Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’ – Red Japanese Maple Tree | Classic Upright Ornamental Maple | #1 Container Plant

Bring timeless elegance and brilliant seasonal color to your landscape with this live Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’, the iconic Japanese maple that helped popularize ornamental maples throughout America. Celebrated for its rich red foliage and graceful upright form, ‘Bloodgood’ remains one of the most beloved and dependable Japanese maple varieties available. In spring, vibrant red leaves emerge with a luminous glow before deepening into rich maroon tones throughout summer. As autumn arrives, the foliage transforms into a breathtaking display of crimson and fiery orange, creating unforgettable fall color. Over time, this vigorous and hardy ornamental tree develops into a stately focal point reaching approximately 20–25 feet tall in 30 years. Adaptable and easy to grow, ‘Bloodgood’ performs beautifully in gardens, patios, courtyards, entryways, and Japanese-inspired landscapes. Whether planted as a specimen tree or incorporated into a layered landscape design, this classic maple delivers year-round beauty, structure, and collector-worthy appeal. You will receive a healthy live tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’
✔️ Originally grown in #1 container
✔️ Healthy, rooted upright Japanese maple
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Bloodgood Japanese Maple
Botanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Young established tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun to filtered light
Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture
Mature Height: Approximately 20–25 feet in 30 years
Growth Habit: Upright branching ornamental tree
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Spring Foliage: Bright red
Summer Foliage: Deep maroon-red
Fall Color: Crimson red and orange
Special Features: Excellent color retention and classic landscape appeal
Container Friendly: Yes, excellent for decorative containers while young

🌿 Perfect Landscape Uses
✔ Japanese-inspired gardens
✔ Ornamental focal point tree
✔ Front yard accent planting
✔ Courtyard and patio gardens
✔ Four-season landscape color

💡 Care Tip: Morning sun with afternoon shade helps preserve foliage color and reduce leaf scorch in hotter climates. Mulching around the root zone helps maintain cool, evenly moist soil.