Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' ~ Japanese Maple 'Bloodgood' water-garden 1’ - 2’ (6’ with

1’ - 2’ (6’ with stalks)

loamy well-drained soils

Large disk-shaped clusters of small pink star-shaped flowers that mature to russet cover the plant in late summer to fall attracting butterflies

In mid-summer stems holding airy clusters of tiny golden-yellow  flowers raise above the foliage like a cloud which turn brown in fall and persist through winter

IMAGES: Photo by Dinesh Valke

Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' ~ Japanese Maple 'Bloodgood' water-garden 1’ - 2’ (6’ withThe Bloodgood Japanese Maple is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown known for its stunning, deep red purple foliage turns brilliant scarlet in fall. Small non showy but attractive umbels of purplish red flowers bloom in spring followed by red samaras. Grows best in rich, moist, slightly acidic well drained soils. Prefers full sun in cooler climates, but needs afternoon shade in southern areas. One of the hardiest of Japanese maples, with good sun