- 'Garnet' is a wonderful red Japanese Maple that will grow to around 2m tall
- This small tree features pretty feathery leaves in a shade of deep garnet throughout spring and summer before turning a bright scarlet in autumn
- Holds its colour well compared to other red Japanese Maples
- Its rounded, compact shape makes it ideal for containers and as a focal point in smaller gardens
What you need to know:
- 1 x Acer palmatum 'Garnet'
- Plant Type: Red Japanese Maple, mound-forming, bushy shrub
- Flowers: Spring
- Approx height: 2m
- Approx spread: 3m
- Position: Displays its best leaf colour in a sheltered, partially shaded spot
- Soil type: Clay, sand, loam
Caring for your plant:
Japanese Maples require watering regularly throughout spring and summer for the first couple of years. Rain water is preferable to tap water as it's more acidic and better for foliage colour. Japanese Maples rarely need pruning due to their attractive natural shape but if you need to remove damaged or diseased branches, do so in the dormant season (November to March) as they can bleed at other times of the year, weakening the branches.
