Garnet Laceleaf Japanese Maple
Best vibrant foliage for sophisticated garden designs.
The Garnet Laceleaf Japanese Maple is a highly-regarded deciduous tree, recognized by the Royal Horticultural Society for its exceptional beauty. It features stunning, deeply dissected foliage that emerges orange in spring, matures to a rich wine-red or dark maroon, and transforms into vibrant scarlet shades in the fall. This weeping variety offers a graceful, cascading form, reaching a mature height of 6-8 feet and a spread of 8-10 feet, making it ideal for smaller landscapes or as a captivating focal point. It thrives in various light conditions and prefers moist, well-drained soil, demonstrating moderate drought tolerance once established. Its low maintenance needs and deer resistance further enhance its appeal for diverse garden settings.
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Category Rank
542
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Price vs Category Average
+87%
Above average
USDA Growing Zone
556677889
/ a, b, a, b, a, b, a, b, a
Who it's for
- Gardeners desiring vibrant, long-lasting color and elegant form in their landscape.
- Homeowners with limited space or those seeking a distinctive, manageable specimen tree.
- Busy individuals wanting a beautiful, low-effort garden feature after initial planting.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in harsh climates or with challenging soil conditions to consider.
- Impatient landscapers or those expecting immediate, significant garden impact.
- Budget-conscious buyers or those prioritizing cost-effective garden additions.
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deeply dissected foliage provides unmatched texture and seasonal color shifts.
Landscape Versatility
Compact weeping form fits perfectly in small gardens or decorative containers.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal upkeep once established in a suitable garden spot.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across diverse light conditions and various soil types with ease.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer resistance protects your investment from common garden wildlife.
Growth Predictability
Moderate growth rate ensures the tree stays within its intended dimensions.
Key Specs
USDA Growing Zone
5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a
Plant Type
Deciduous Tree
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Sunlight
Full Sun, AM Sun w/ PM Shade, AM Shade w/ PM Sun, Shade or Mostly Shade, All Day Filtered Sun
Plant Height
6' to 8'
Plant Width
8' to 10'
Soil Moisture
Moist But Well-Drained, Dry (when established)
Soil pH
5.0 - 7.0
Features
- Award-winning foliage and form
- Stunning seasonal color changes
- Weeping branches for graceful texture
- Suitable for smaller landscapes
- Low maintenance requirements
- Deer resistant
- Container adaptable
What customers say
Customers frequently praise the exceptional quality and health of the Garnet Laceleaf Japanese Maple upon arrival. Many highlight the careful packaging, ensuring plants arrive vibrant and undamaged, ready for planting. The tree's beautiful color and elegant form are consistently admired, exceeding expectations for its aesthetic appeal in various garden settings. Gardeners appreciate its robust nature and successful establishment, indicating a strong start for a long lasting landscape addition. This product offers significant visual impact and perceived longevity, making it a valued investment for enhancing outdoor spaces.
Know before you buy
This tree typically reaches a mature height of 6 to 8 feet with a graceful, weeping spread of 8 to 10 feet. Its compact size makes it an excellent choice for smaller garden spaces or as a focal point in a landscape.
Yes, the Garnet Laceleaf is well-suited for container gardening. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage and is large enough to accommodate its root system as it grows.
It is quite versatile and can thrive in a range of light conditions, from full sun to mostly shade. In hotter climates, providing some afternoon shade will help protect the delicate, dissected foliage from scorching.
Yes, this variety is considered deer resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, it is generally not a preferred food source for them.
It prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH between 5.0 and 7.0. It is adaptable to various soil textures, including clay, loam, sandy, and silt, provided the drainage is sufficient.
While it requires regular moisture to establish, it demonstrates moderate drought tolerance once it is well-rooted. Monitor the soil moisture during the first year and water whenever the top few inches feel dry.
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