Japanese maple 'Crimson Queen' | Acer Palmatum Crimson Queen - Clear Stem (full standard) - Height 180-220cm Width 60-80cm - 30lt

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Acer palmatum 'Crimson Queen', or Crimson Queen Japanese Maple, is a deciduous tree trained as a full standard, giving it a clear stem with a rounded, dome-shaped head of weeping, cascading branches. The finely dissected, feathery leaves emerge a deep reddish-purple in spring and hold their rich crimson colouring well through summer, a trait that distinguishes this cultivar from green-leaved maples prone to fading in heat. In autumn the foliage intensifies to brilliant shades of scarlet and crimson before falling, providing a striking seasonal display. Small reddish-purple flowers appear in spring, followed by winged seed pods (samaras), though these are not a significant ornamental feature. The tree forms a dense, graceful canopy of layered, weeping branches, creating an elegant architectural shape even in winter when bare. This Japanese maple performs best in a sheltered position with some shade from strong midday sun, which helps protect the delicate foliage from scorching. It suits loamy, well-drained soils and benefits from shelter against harsh winds. As a full standard, it works well as a specimen tree, providing height and structure in borders or as a focal point in a garden setting.

Details

  • Pot Size

    30

  • Height (cm)

    180-220cm

  • Common Name

    Japanese maple 'Crimson Queen'

  • Family

    Sapindaceae

  • Type

    Tree

  • Time to maturity

    10-20 years

Mature Height 1-2m

Mature Width: 3-4m

Shape/habit: Weeping

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