Botanical profile

Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood Screen'

Latin name
Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood Screen'
Common name
Japanese Maple 'Bloodgood Screen'
Type
TREE
Family
Sapindaceae

Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood Screen', also known as Japanese maple 'Bloodgood Screen', is an improved selection of the famous 'Bloodgood', chosen for its more vertical growth, naturally upright habit, and deep purple foliage from spring to autumn. With its slender form and dense foliage, it is perfect for creating a visual barrier or decorative green screen in residential gardens, backyards, or along terraces. Young, dark red leaves emerge early in spring, retain their deep purple coloration throughout the summer, then turn brilliant red in autumn, offering significant seasonal interest. Hardy down to zone 5, it prefers cool, well-drained, slightly acidic soils, and sunny, non-scorching or semi-shaded exposure. Thanks to its natural columnar form, controlled vigor, and spectacular coloration, 'Bloodgood Screen' is an ideal Japanese maple for elegant, space-saving vertical plantings.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended - use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Soil type
Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Red
Fruiting
Purple samaras, not very visible
Foliage color
Dark red
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Erect, naturally columnar
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4 to 5 m (13 to 16 feet)
Width
3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.