Red Japanese Maple Tree, Acer palmatum atropurpureum, 24–30+ Inch Live Potted Tree, Seed Grown Bloodgood Type, Bonsai

Red Japanese Maple Tree – Acer palmatum atropurpureum

24–30+ Inches Tall | Fully Rooted Potted Tree | USDA Zones 5–9

Add beautiful red foliage and graceful branching to your garden with a Red Japanese Maple! These ornamental trees are selected for their bright to dark red leaf color, making them an attractive choice for landscape planting, specimen trees, woodland understory gardens, and bonsai projects.

Our Red Japanese Maples are grown from seed collected from the Bloodgood variety. They are seed-grown rather than grafted, making them an interesting option for bonsai enthusiasts who want a tree that can be pruned close to the roots while maintaining its characteristic red foliage.

Tree Details

• Common name: Red Japanese Maple

• Botanical name: Acer palmatum atropurpureum

• Shipping height: Approximately 24–30+ inches

• Plant condition: Fully rooted in soil

• Shipping format: Potted live tree

• Origin: Seed-grown from the Bloodgood variety

• Foliage: Selected for bright to dark red leaf color

• USDA hardiness zones: 5–9

• Growth rate: Relatively slow growing, approximately 1–2 feet per year according to growing conditions

• Mature size: Approximately 15–25 feet tall and 10–15 feet wide

A Beautiful Tree for Gardens and Bonsai

Red Japanese Maples are versatile ornamental trees with several uses:

• Specimen tree: Create a beautiful focal point in your landscape.

• Woodland garden: Add color and interest beneath larger trees.

• Bonsai projects: Seed-grown trees offer flexibility for shaping and pruning.

• Landscape planting: Enjoy attractive red foliage in your garden.

These trees are very tolerant of pruning, making them suitable for gardeners interested in developing their own tree shape.

Growing Information

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9

• Sunlight: More sun can generally be tolerated in northern parts of its growing range. In southern areas, protect trees from drying winds and intense direct sunlight.

• Soil: Well-draining soil is important.

• Planting location: Avoid low, boggy areas where water collects.

• Maintenance: Keep surrounding grass and weeds away from the tree to reduce competition.

Seasonal Appearance and Shipping

Your tree ships fully rooted in soil in its pot.

• Spring and Summer: Ships with leaves when actively growing.

• Fall and Winter: Ships dormant without leaves.

Dormancy is a normal seasonal part of the Japanese maple's growth cycle. The second listing photo shows an example of a dormant two-year-old tree.

Shipping Information

• Price includes shipping to most locations.

• PO Boxes, Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories may require an additional freight surcharge.

• Please note that seasonal foliage and tree appearance will vary depending on the time of year.

Scenic Hill Farm is a licensed Oregon nursery.

Bring the distinctive beauty of a Red Japanese Maple to your garden or start developing a beautiful bonsai tree with this fully rooted, seed-grown ornamental maple!