Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' (Japanese Maple) perennial set against lush green foliage

set against lush green foliage

The rough gray bark adds an interesting dimension to the landscape

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Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' (Japanese Maple) perennial set against lush green foliageBloodgood Japanese Maple will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more. This tree does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out.