Acer palmatum ‘Purple Ghost’
Japanese Maple - Purple Ghost
Probably the most well known Japanese Maple of the ‘Ghost Series’. Large, red new spring foliage emerges with a network of black veins. By the summer, the colour tones down to a more reddish-purple with the veins fading. The foliage transitions to a brilliant orange-red colour in the fall. Grows 8′ high by 4′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Tags | variegated |
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Seedling of Acer palmatum 'Kasagi yama'. Discovered and introduced by Buchholz Nursery as part of the 'Ghost Series' in 1995.
Synonymous
Acer palmatum 'Kasag DG-92'
Special Notes
Exposure: Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light. Protected from the hot mid-day sun.
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

