Acer palmatum ‘Rhode Island Red’ Live Japanese Maple | Dwarf Bloodgood Maple Tree | Compact Red Ornamental Acer | #3 Container Grown

Add rich color and compact beauty to your landscape with Acer palmatum ‘Rhode Island Red’, a dwarf Japanese Maple prized for its deep red foliage and naturally rounded growth habit. This charming ornamental tree maintains its vibrant red leaf color throughout the growing season before transforming into brilliant fiery red tones in autumn.
Its compact size and slow-growing nature make it perfect for patios, containers, fairy gardens, foundation plantings, and small landscape spaces. Easy to maintain and highly ornamental, ‘Rhode Island Red’ delivers bold seasonal color while fitting beautifully into cozy garden settings. You will receive a healthy container-grown tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Acer palmatum ‘Rhode Island Red’ tree
✔️ Height: approximately 20–30 inches tall
✔️ Grown in #3 nursery container
✔️ Healthy, rooted Japanese Maple
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Rhode Island Red Japanese Maple
Botanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Rhode Island Red’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Young container-grown tree
Sun Requirements: Morning sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: Approximately 3–4 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 3–4 feet
Growth Rate: Slow growing
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Provide afternoon shade in warmer climates to help preserve vibrant foliage color and protect delicate leaves from summer scorch. Mulching helps maintain cool roots and even moisture levels.