Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Red Dragon'
Acer palmatum dissectum 'Red Dragon', known as the 'Red Dragon' lace-leaf Japanese maple, is a compact, weeping variety prized for its deeply cut, reddish-purple foliage, which retains its color better in summer than other purple cultivars. Its elegant, sprawling dome, formed by branches arching towards the ground, brings structure and movement to Asian-inspired gardens, rockeries, watersides, or container arrangements. The foliage, vivid red in spring, remains an intense purple throughout the summer, then transforms into a flamboyant crimson in autumn, offering an exceptional seasonal palette. Slow-growing, 'Red Dragon' reaches approximately 1.5 to 2 m in height and 2 to 2.5 m in width, and prefers cool, well-drained, slightly acidic soil, sheltered from scorching sun in partial shade. Hardy to zone 5, it combines lasting color, graceful habit, and adaptability, ideal for temperate gardens in Quebec.
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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.
