Acer palmatum Red Spray

Common Name: Red Spray Japanese Maple

Description:
Acer palmatum 'Red Spray' is a compact, deciduous Japanese maple known for its finely divided, delicate red foliage. The leaves emerge bright red in spring, deepen to a rich burgundy during summer, and transform into brilliant scarlet and orange tones in autumn. With a dense, upright, and slightly spreading growth habit, this small tree is ideal for feature planting in gardens, courtyards, or containers. Thriving in well-drained, moist soils, 'Red Spray' prefers part shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. Hardy and low-maintenance, it offers stunning seasonal colour and elegant structure, making it a perfect choice for Melbourne gardens.

Form:

• Tree - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 2–3 m
• Width: 1.5–2.5 m

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Sun (in cooler conditions)

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Small reddish-purple flowers

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Autumn Foliage Interest
• Cold Hardy
• Low Maintenance
• Suitable for Pots
• Fine, Delicate Foliage

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• Non-toxic to pets

Companion Plants:

• Rhododendron spp. (Rhododendrons)
• Azalea spp.
• Heuchera (Coral Bells)
• Hosta spp.
• Ophiopogon japonicus (Mondo Grass)