Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' | Red Leaf Japanese maple - 50-80cm, 10lt Acer palmatum and vibrant red and orange

and vibrant red and orange in autumn

It enjoys full sun in sheltered position

slightly fragrant

on bare branches before the leaves

Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' | Red Leaf Japanese maple - 50-80cm, 10lt Acer palmatum and vibrant red and orangeAcer palmatum 'Atropurpureum', or red leaf Japanese maple, is a small, slow growing, deciduous shrub with delicate, upright branches and beautiful finely divided, deep red leaves that change colour throughout the year. It is grown for its stunning foliage and interesting growth habit. Deep burgundy red of spring leaves fades to light green in early summer, then turn to golden, orange, and red in autumn. Unnoticeable red purple flowers are followed by