
Acer palmatum ‘The Bishop’
Japanese Maple - The Bishop
This upright Japanese Maple has medium size purple-red foliage. Like most, the leaves emerge brightest in the spring before darkening by summer. Some bronzing may occur by late summer. The foliage changes to a fantasic crimson colour in the fall. Grows 8′ high by 6′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Introduced by Henry Hohman.
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: Amoenum
