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Japanese maples are some of the most popular trees that people grow in their yards. Regardless of the variety, these trees have graceful growth habits and red leaves that stand out through the whole growing season. The cultivar known as the Bloodgood Japanese maple tree, or Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood,' is especially attractive, as its leaves hold a darker and more consistent red color than other options. This tree is also quite resilient and adaptable to growing conditions while maintaining a slender overall shape.
- The Bloodgood Japanese Maple tree has a graceful growth habit, including a slender trunk and branches.
- It holds a deeper color for longer than other types of Japanese maple.
- It is hardier than most Japanese maples, and it’s adaptable to several growing settings.
Plant Care
Sunlight
Grows in a wide range of light conditions, including full sun, partial sun, and dappled sun.
Watering
Water multiple times per week during establishment. Water once per week or less when mature.
Fertilizing
Fertilize in the late winter. Avoid using fertilizers that are high in nitrogen.
Planting and Care
Planting instructions
Finding a location in which to grow your Bloodgood Japanese maple is not difficult. These plants can grow in many different sun settings, ranging from full sun to the kind of filtered light you’d find beneath a forest canopy. When removing your Bloodgood Japanese maple from its container, be sure to loosen the root ball to help the roots spread outward. It also helps to dig a wide planting hole and water the plant generously while planting.
>h3>Watering and nutrients
New Bloodgood Japanese maple trees should receive water about once every two days at first. Once established, these trees will need water about once per week during the growing season — or less. To fertilize a Bloodgood Japanese maple tree, apply your fertilizer in the early spring or later winter when the ground is nearly frozen. Most importantly, you should avoid nitrogen-rich fertilizers. These can lead to weak growth in your Bloodgood Japanese maple tree.
Pollination
Like most Japanese maple trees, the Bloodgood Japanese maple blooms in the spring with inconspicuous flowers that serve little role other than conducting pollination. These trees rely on insects to carry pollen from one flower to another. Typically, these trees are self-pollinating and will develop winged samaras when fertilization occurs. The fruits are somewhat attractive, but they are not grown for their edible qualities. As such, pollination should not be a concern when growing a Bloodgood Japanese maple tree.
Pruning
Avoid over-pruning your Bloodgood Japanese maple tree, especially when it is young. Pruning cuts can encourage your tree to respond with a lot of new growth. That new growth is typically weaker and more likely to break —and detract from the tree’s overall form. Once your Bloodgood Japanese maple tree has grown for a few years, perform minimal pruning in the early spring. Your pruning goal should be to remove dead or damaged branches and encourage an attractive form for your plant.
Pests, diseases, and animals
Pests are a common problem for any type of Japanese maple tree, including the Bloodgood Japanese maple variety. Some of these insects are common problems for many plants, including scale and mites. However, Japanese beetles can also be a frequent issue for the Bloodgood Japanese maple tree. Disease problems can also arise in this tree, including mold and leaf spots, both of which threaten the health and appearance of your plant.
Achieving maximum results
Since the Bloodgood Japanese maple tree is so thin compared to other plants in the landscape, it can be comparatively weak. It is wise of you to plant this tree where it can get some wind protection. The other main factors to getting the most out of this plant are pruning and fertilization. Too much of either could cause this tree to become overgrown and weaker than it should be. Prune and fertilize sparingly to see the best results from your Bloodgood Japanese maple tree.
FAQs
Are bloodgood Japanese maple trees large plants?
Like most Japanese maple trees, the variety we call Bloodgood Japanese maple is a small to medium-sized tree species. At most, this plant will be about 25 feet tall, but it will often be shorter than that. The spread of these trees will be slightly smaller than the mature height. This moderate size makes the Bloodgood Japanese maple an excellent tree option for those who don't have a large yard.
Can you prune a Bloodgood Japanese maple to keep it small?
Although the Bloodgood Japanese maple tree is already a smaller species, some gardeners wish to make it even smaller. However, pruning this tree to make it smaller is not a great idea. Pruning can encourage a weak growth habit, which will make the tree vulnerable and somewhat weak. If you wish to have a smaller Japanese maple tree, it is best to select a dwarf variety that has no chance of reaching the heights of other Japanese maple trees.
How does the Bloodgood Japanese maple stand out from other Japanese maples?
All Japanese maple trees are attractive, but some stand out from the rest. The Bloodgood Japanese maple tree makes its presence known by having a deeper burgundy leaf color than most related species. These plants also can have unique bark colors and have an exceptionally slender main trunk. These features make the Bloodgood Japanese maple the preferred choice of many gardeners.
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Customer Reviews
I love it.The tree is healthy and attractive. It's a bit larger than I expected it to be, and that it quite fine. It arrived quickly and well-packed, and is rapidly becoming much beloved.
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Mature height |
15 ft. |
Mature width |
15-25 ft. |
Sunlight requirement |
Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Growth rate |
Moderate |
Botanical name |
Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' |
Shipping exclusions |
AZ |
Grows Well In Zones |
5-8 |
Growing Zones: 5-8 i Growing zones help determine if a particular plant is likely to grow well in a location. It identifies the average annual minimum winter temperatures across the U.S. provided as a map by the USDA.
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