Japanese Maple, Rhode Island Red #6
Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Rhode Island Red'
Height: Typically 8–10 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 8–10 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 8–10 feet apart for a balanced display
Growth Rate: Slow
Deciduous
Description
Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple is a breathtaking focal point for your landscape, celebrated for its rich, deep red foliage that exudes dramatic elegance throughout the season. Its finely dissected, lacy leaves provide a refined, textural silhouette that intensifies into a striking cascade of vibrant crimson in autumn, creating a dynamic and inspiring visual statement. Ideal for mixed shrub borders or as a standalone specimen in containers, this tree’s naturally compact, rounded form lends sophistication and timeless appeal to any outdoor setting.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers part sun to full sun
- Watering: Once established, water moderately and consistently so that the soil remains evenly moist, as maintaining consistent moisture is important to prevent stress and promote vibrant fall color
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture and help regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is required; remove dead branches in late winter to maintain shape
Elevate your landscape with the captivating elegance of Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple—a slow-growing, timeless specimen that delivers an inspiring burst of seasonal color and refined textural beauty all year long.
