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Red Dragon Japanese Maple

Deeply dissected leaves

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Red Dragon Japanese Maple

Deeply dissected leaves

Foliage turns various shades of red
Leaves have lacy appearance
Compact tree can grow in container

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Offers spectacular shades of red foliage throughout the growing season. Its leaves emerge bright, cherry red, mature to burgundy red and turn crimson red in the fall. The leaves' textured, lacy look make them highly prized in the garden. This compact, slow-growing tree can be grown in containers or in shade and woodland gardens. Red Dragon grows better in sunny locations than other dissectum types. Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Red Dragon'

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Botanical Name:
Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Red Dragon'
Form: Tree/Shrub
Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Height/Habit: 6 - 8 feet
Spread: 6 - 8 feet
Spacing: 6 - 8 feet
Hardiness Zone: 5-8
Planting Instructions: Plant at the same soil level as it is in its pot. Avoid planting in windy areas if possible.
Winter Care: Water the tree well before the ground freezes. Lay about 3" of mulch down around the base of the tree to protect the root system. If cold winds are a problem, wrap the sapling in some type of insulation for the winter (like burlap) and tie it up. Use a stake to keep everything in place as necessary.
Shipped: 3 GALLON POT
Growth Rate: Slow
Shipping Season: Spring
Foliage Type: Deciduous leaves that emerge bright cherry red in the spring, mature to burgundy red in the summer, and finally turn crimson red in the fall
Pruning: Minimal pruning needed. If necessary, prune while the tree is dormant and before sap begins to run through the tree in the spring.
Soil Requirement: Moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soil
Watering Requirement: Average water needs. Water more frequently in warmer climates, especially during summer droughts.
Restricted States: AE AK AZ CA CT GU HI ID MT NJ NV OR PR UT WA

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2024 Spring Shipping Schedule
Zone	Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, and Shrubs
3A-3B	4/29/24 - 5/31/24
4A-4B	4/29/24 - 5/31/24
5A	4/18/24 - 5/31/24
5B	3/25/24 -5/31/24
6A	3/11/24 - 5/31/24
6B	2/26/24 - 5/31/24
7A	2/22/24 - 5/31/24
7B	2/19/24 - 5/31/24
8A	2/15/24 - 5/10/24
8B	2/12/24 - 5/10/24
9A-10B	2/5/24 - 5/10/24
Last Order Date	Zones 3A - 7B: 5/27/24 Zones 8A - 10B: 5/10/24