Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' Red Japanese Maple Tree

$49.00

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1 Gallon 3 Gallon 3 Gallon (Pickup Only) 7 Gallon 7 Gallon (Pickup Only) 15 Gallon (Pickup Only) 25 Gallon (Pickup Only)
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Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' Red Japanese Maple Tree

$49.00

Size

1 Gallon 3 Gallon 3 Gallon (Pickup Only) 7 Gallon 7 Gallon (Pickup Only) 15 Gallon (Pickup Only) 25 Gallon (Pickup Only)
Each tree is carefully hand-selected, hydrated, shipped in its container, and fully secured in a custom sized box to prevent movement and branch damage during transit so that your tree arrives exactly as it left our nursery
Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' Red Japanese Maple Tree

Acer Palmatum 'Red Emperor' is a Must Have Red Japanese Maple Tree for Any Yard

Acer palmatum ‘Red Emperor’ is a red Japanese maple tree was originally introduced by Dick Wolff at Red Maple Nursery in Pennsylvania as Emperor 1 in 1976 and much later patented under that name by someone in Oregon. Many growers grow this plant as 'Red Emperor'. It does not matter what you call it, this is a great plant.

'Red Emperor' is one of many in a long line of trees to claim the title "Better Than Bloodgood" and in some ways it is. 'Red Emperor' is rare in that it doesn't usually burn in full sun even in hotter climates. 'Red Emperor' holds its color through the summer better than most other red Japanese maple trees like 'Bloodgood'. This tree does not disappoint. Another advantage is that it usually leafs out in the spring a few days later than other red Japanese maple trees like 'Bloodgood' lessening the chance of frost damage. 'Red Emperor' is hardy in zones 4 through 10 and can handle full sun in pretty much any climate.

The growth rate of 'Red Emperor' Japanese maple is very good. 'Red Emperor' develops into a large red Japanese maple tree with a large, full canopy. 'Red Emperor' can grow to be about 15 to 18 feet tall and about 12-14 feet wide at the canopy.

'Red Emperor' has large, broad leaves that are dark red to purple in the spring. This dark red color holds well into the summer before eventually fading to a greenish color in the summer. The fall color of 'Red Emperor' is a stunning bright red.

What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Height: 16-18 feet Width: 12-14 feet

What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Burgundy

What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Burgundy

What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Bright Red

What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Broad Leaf

What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Full Sun

What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Zones 4-10

What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Large Upright Japanese Maple

What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'?

Fast Growing Upright Japanese Maple

How should Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' be planted?

Elevated in Well Drained Soil

Our 1 Gallon and 3 Gallon sizes are available for shipping and in store pickup. Our larger sizes (7 Gallon and bigger) are only available for in store pickup. Shippable 7 Gallons are 4 feet tall or less and rootballs will need to be broken up to fit in shipping boxes.

Customer Reviews

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Anon
Excellent Red Emperor Japanese Maple

I received the 3-gallon Red Emperor I had ordered about two weeks ago. The tree was in excellent condition and the packaging immaculate. The tree went into the ground on the same day it arrived and it is beginning to leaf now. MRN is an excellent store and I will not hesitate to buy from them again.

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Cheryl Clarkson
Beautiful!

The tree arrived in perfect condition.

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Mason Ellsworth
Beautiful Tree, Outstanding Service

My experience with Maple Ridge Nursery was flawless. The Red Emperor I received was packaged carefully, with no damage during shipping.

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Ava Kingsley
Ideal Size and Shape

My Red Emperor arrived safely in perfect condition with great shape and size.

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Noah Harrington
Worth Every Penny!

The Red Emperor Japanese Maple from Maple Ridge Nursery is worth every penny. The tree I received exceeded my expectations. I’ll definitely be returning for more plants!

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