Growing Conditions & Care:

• Light: Thrives in partial shade, but can adapt to full sun in cooler climates. It appreciates protection from harsh afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil that is rich in organic matter.
• Watering: Requires regular watering to keep the soil moist, particularly during hot summer periods.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning is required due to its compact nature, but it can be pruned in winter to remove dead or damaged branches.
• Foliage: The leaves emerge bright crimson red in spring, deepen to a rich burgundy-red in summer, and turn a brilliant scarlet in autumn.
• Growth: A slow-growing, deciduous shrub or small tree.
• Size: Generally matures to a height of 1.5–2.5 meters (approx. 6–8 ft) with a similar spread.
• Structure: Known for its dense, upright, and sometimes globe-shaped, bushy form.
• Origin: It was discovered as a witch’s broom on a Bloodgood Japanese maple.

Uses In The Garden:

• Ideal as a specimen plant in small gardens or courtyards.
• Perfect for container planting and Japanese-style gardens.
• Can be used in rock gardens or as a feature plant in mixed borders.