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bonsai tree seeds uk Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' (Purple Japanese Maple) | 10 SeedsPlant Information Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' (Purple Japanese Maple) A small deciduous, slow growing tree of palmately lobed leaves, forming a handsome garden specimen or bonsai. The rich purple red leaves, possessing 7 lobes, gradually become hues of fiery red during autumn. Grows 3 4 feet within a bonsai pot, or around 12 feet after 20 years within open ground. Fully frost hardy. Protect very young plants and seedlings from hard frosts initially.
Plant Information
| Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' - (Purple Japanese Maple) |
A small deciduous, slow-growing tree of palmately-lobed leaves, forming a handsome garden specimen or bonsai.
The rich purple-red leaves, possessing 7 lobes, gradually become hues of fiery red during autumn.
Grows 3-4 feet within a bonsai pot, or around 12 feet after 20 years within open ground.
Fully frost hardy. Protect very young plants and seedlings from hard frosts initially.
The trees are easy to keep small (if desired) with pruning.
Makes an excellent bonsai tree as the roots are very shallow and it is easily dwarfed.
Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack.
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Growing Details
| GROWING DETAILS |
Genus: Acer
Species: palmatum
Variety: Atropurpureum
Synonyms:
Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum Wattez'
Acer Atropurpureum Group
Acer palmatum f. atropurpureum
English name: Purple Japanese Maple
Plant type: Deciduous, small tree
Eventual height: 3-4 feet grown as a bonsai. Approx. 12 feet tall within open ground
Season of Interest: Purple-red foliage during spring to summer; fiery red autumn colours; beautiful leafless form over winter
Hardiness: Fully hardy. Very young seedlings and plants should have their new growth protected from very hard frosts
Shelter: from very strong winds
Sun Exposure: Partial shade
Soil: Moist, fertile and well-drained; water well in hotter months. Avoid alkaline soils
Propagation methods: From seed, and softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings
Germination
| GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS |
Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum' 🌱 Soak in water for 2 days. Place in a zip-lock bag with lightly-moist propagation compost or vermiculite. Keep at room temperature for 4 weeks, then refrigerate for further 12 weeks, opening & shaking bag daily for aeration. Finally sow 1cm deep within propagation compost at 20°C (68°F). Maintain moisture & bright conditions. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors within autumn, allowing frosts to break seed dormancy.
Caution: Not for consumption. Choking hazard. Keep away from children & pets. Handle with care.
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