Acer palmatum ‘Ruth’s Red’ Live Japanese Maple | Rare Upright Red Maple Tree | Dark Maroon Ornamental Acer | #1 Container Grown

Bring bold color and dramatic elegance to your landscape with Acer palmatum ‘Ruth’s Red’, a rare upright Japanese Maple prized for its exceptionally dark maroon foliage and striking seasonal color. This ornamental tree maintains rich deep red-purple tones throughout the growing season before transforming into fiery red and deep purple shades in autumn.
Its upright form and manageable size make it an outstanding focal point for patios, foundation plantings, Japanese gardens, and ornamental landscapes. ‘Ruth’s Red’ adds year-round structure and vibrant color contrast while remaining easy to maintain in a variety of garden settings. You will receive a healthy plant 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 18–24 inches tall
✔️ Grown in #1 nursery container
✔️ Healthy, rooted Japanese 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 container-grown tree
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: Approximately 10–12 feet
Mature Width: 6–8 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes when young

💡 Care Tip: In hotter climates, provide afternoon shade to help maintain rich foliage color and prevent summer leaf scorch. Mulching around the base helps conserve moisture and protect shallow roots.