Description
Japanese Maple Ruby Star (Acer palmatum Ruby Stars) is a striking deciduous tree that enhances any garden with its unique and colorful foliage. Flourishing in full sun with afternoon shade, this tree thrives in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Requiring regular watering, about 1 to 2 times a week, it is suited for Zones 5 to 8. The Ruby Star has a rounded form and matures to a height of 6 feet and width of 5 feet, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens or container plantings.
The Ruby Star Japanese Maple is celebrated for its star-shaped leaves, which emerge in a pinkish-red hue before transitioning to a rich ruby red during summer. In the fall, the foliage takes on vibrant hues of yellow and red, adding to its year-round visual appeal. With a growth rate of 4 to 6 inches per year, this tree adapts well to a variety of outdoor spaces, making it a perfect addition to your landscape design. The rough gray bark further enhances its ornamental value.
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Each plant comes in a #7 (7 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Acer Palmatum Ruby Stars
Light: full sun with afternoon shade
Watering: 1 – 2 times a week or more
Soil: well draining soil with organic matter
Zone: 5 – 8
Plant Shape: rounded
Plant Type: deciduous tree
Mature Size: height (6') , width (5')
Blooming Season: spring
Growth Rate: 4″ – 6″ a year
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