Acer palmatum ‘Alpine Sunrise’

Acer palmatum ‘Alpine Sunrise’

Japanese Maple - Alpine Sunrise

A dwarf Japanese Maple with a compact, shrubby habit. Leaves emerge bright cherry red in spring and mature to a dark blackish-maroon colour by summer. Foliage transitions to brilliant bright red in fall. Grows 4-5′ high and wide in a 10 year period.

Additional information

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Exposure

Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun

Zone

6

Origin

Parentage unknown. Discovered as a witch's broom by Robert McCaffrey of Alpine Gardens, New Jersey.

Special Notes

Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light.

Soil: Well workable, moist but well draining slightly acidic soil. Dislikes heavy clay soils.

Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed, can be done during winter up until early August.

Group: Matsumurae