Acer palmatum ‘Ruth’s Red’ – Dark Red Japanese Maple Live Tree | 30–35 Inches Tall | Rich Maroon Foliage | Upright Ornamental Maple | #3 Container Size

Add bold color and dramatic elegance to your landscape with this live Acer palmatum ‘Ruth’s Red’, one of the darkest and most striking Japanese Maples available. Originally grown in a #3 container and carefully shipped wrapped for moisture retention, this upright ornamental maple is prized for its rich maroon foliage that creates a sophisticated focal point throughout the growing season. As autumn arrives, the leaves transform into glowing fiery red and deep purple tones, delivering a spectacular seasonal display. With its graceful upright habit and manageable mature size, ‘Ruth’s Red’ is perfect for patios, collector gardens, ornamental landscapes, and Japanese-inspired plantings. Hardy, elegant, and highly ornamental, this maple adds year-round beauty and structure to any outdoor space. 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 ‘Ruth’s Red’ tree
✔️ Height: approximately 30–35 inches tall
✔️ Originally grown in #3 container
✔️ Shipped wrapped for moisture retention
✔️ Does not ship with container
✔️ Healthy, rooted ornamental maple
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Ruth’s Red Japanese Maple
Botanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Ruth’s Red’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Young grafted tree
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
Soil: Moist, well-draining slightly acidic soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 10–12 feet in 15 years
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Summer Color: Deep maroon red
Fall Color: Fiery red to deep purple
Container Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and decorative containers

💡 Care Tip: Morning sun with some afternoon shade in hotter climates helps preserve the rich foliage color and protects leaves from summer scorch. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and support healthy roots.