Acer palmatum Bloodgood

Ultimate height: 2.5–4 meters 10–20 years
Ultimate spread: 2.5–4 metres
Soil: Chalk, clay, loam, sand, moist but well–drained, pH acid or neutral
Position: Full sun/partial shade, west–facing or east–facing or south–facing, sheltered
Hardiness: Hardy

A large bushy deciduous shrub with deep red-purple leaves turning red in autumn. Small purple flowers are followed by red fruits. One of the best purple-leaved Japanese maples