![]() With its deep, reddish-purple leaves that turn to bright scarlet in the. May be affected by horse chestnut scale, aphids, verticillium wilt. The Emperor 1 Japanese Maple is a stunning ornamental tree that is sure to impress.Fertilize in spring before the leaves emerge. ![]() If pruning is necessary, prune during the dormant season and avoid pruning in spring when the sap is running. Low maintenance, this plant needs little pruning.Perfect as a specimen plant in cottage gardens, city gardens, or for Japanese gardens.Leaf scorch can be caused by a lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure. Emperor 1 is a vigorous growing red Japanese maple though it stays midsized overall at around 15 feet in height. Best leaf color in partial shade, although full sun can be tolerated. Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. The Emperor’s darker foliage tends to retain its color better in the summer heat, but without enough sun, both varieties may develop green leaves. A full sun or part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. In spring and summer, the Emperor’s foliage is a dark-red color, while the Bloodgood has a reddish-purple hue.Moreover, it holds its fantastic color well in shade and is also more versatile. Its leaves bud out about 2 weeks later in spring, thus reducing the risk of damage from late frosts. Often compared to the famous 'Bloodgood' cultivar, 'Emperor I' is noted for its longer leaf retention. ![]() Vigorous, this graceful maple tree stands out in the landscape and is suitable as a focal point or as the perfect foil for a mass of green in the landscape. As the leaves fall, they expose the blackish red bark, adding interest to the winter landscape. With the arrival of cooler temperatures in fall the leaves transition to a brilliant scarlet. The delicate foliage of large, 5-7 pointed, lobed leaves emerges deep purple-red in spring, holds its color throughout summer, and turns vibrant crimson-red in fall before shedding to the ground. Foliage remains dark red through summer with new leaves emerging bright red. An outstanding cultivar of Japanese Maples, Acer palmatum 'Emperor I' is a small, upright, wide-crowned tree of great beauty in all seasons.
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