Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink' Dwarf Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink' is a Wonderful Dwarf Japanese Maple with Large Pinkish-Red Leaves

Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink' has rather large leaves for a dwarf. The foliage first appears pink or orange pink in early spring depending on the amount of sunlight it receives. The foliage begins to darken to red and then purple within a few weeks. As summer takes over from spring older growth eventually fades from purple to bronze and eventually olive green. Any late summer growth comes out with the pink color from early spring. The fall color crimson and is very dramatic for a small tree.

'Ruslyn in the Pink' was discovered by Vern Palmeter at Ruslyn Nursery in New Platz, New York. 'Ruslyn in the Pink' is a unique dwarf Japanese maple tree with an upright growth habit and a uniform branching structure. 'Ruslyn in the Pink' is dense and compact but still open enough to have a standard tree appearance. 'Ruslyn in the Pink' will only grow to about 5 or 6 feet tall and only a few feet wide. 'Ruslyn in the Pink' will grow at a moderately fast growth rate for a dwarf Japanese maple.

'Ruslyn in the Pink' is a very hardy dwarf Japanese maple that can be grown all over the United States. 'Ruslyn in the Pink' will grow well in zones 5 through 9 and can be grown in full sun in all but the hottest climates. In hotter climates 'Ruslyn in the Pink' will perform better with protection from the hot afternoon sun.

What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Height: 4-6 feet Width: 3-4 feet

What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Pinkish Red

What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Burgundy

What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Crimson Red

What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Broad Leaf

What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Partial Sun

What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Zones 5-9

What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Upright Japanese Maple

What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink'?

Moderate Growing Dwarf Japanese Maple

How should Acer palmatum 'Ruslyn in the Pink' be planted?

Elevated in Well Drained Soil