Acer palmatum ‘Dragon Tears’

Acer palmatum ‘Dragon Tears’

Japanese Maple - Dragon Tears

A red broadleaf weeping Japanese Maple! The only one on the market to date! New spring foliage emerges crimson and matures a deep purplish-red by summer. During the fall, leaves transitions to fiery-red. On its own, this maple develops a more spreading pendulous habit than going straight down. Stake to desired size.

Additional information

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Exposure

Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun

Zone

6

Origin

Parentage unknown. Seedling found in 2006 by Ray & Cindy Jackson of Jackson Nursery, Tennessee.

Synonymous

Acer palmatum 'JN4'

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.

Patented: PP#22249