Deciduous Tree – Japanese Maple ‘Winter’s Columnar Red’

Japanese Maple ‘Winter’s Columnar Red’

Botanical name: acer palmatum ‘winter’s columnar red’ 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: up to 10 ft in height with a spread of up to 8 ft 

Hardy zone: zones 5-8 

Growth rate: grows up to 1 ft per year 

Foliage color: red  

Pruning instructions: prune to maintain desired shape and size in the late winter/early spring while the plant is still in dormancy 

Propagation methods: propagate by grafting or air layering 

Landscape use: focal point, shade tree, rock garden 

Special features: deer resistant, attracts birds 

Light needs: 2-4 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: keep soil consistently moist but not wet 

Fertilizing instructions : use a low in nitrogen slow-release fertilizer in the early spring right before new growth begins to emerge 

Best time to plant: spring, summer, fall 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: ferns, hellebores, japanese forest grass 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no