Japanese Maple Tree | Acer palmatum dissectum 'Tamukeyama'
Unbeatable burgundy foliage
Grown by Danielle
South Downs National Park
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The highlights
- Elegant top-worked tree
- Small tree - grows to approximately 1.5m
- Lacy, deciduous leaves
- A spectrum of purples and reds
Description
- When it comes to trees with fabulous foliage, the deep purple hues boasted by Japanese maple trees are practically unrivalled - and 'Tamukeyama'? Well, you can see for yourself just how striking it is!
- Its foliage starts out an evocative claret colour, before taking on greener shades in the summer, and finally finishing up for the year painted in fiery tones
- The delicate lobed leaves have jagged edges which, when viewed en masse, give the tree a highly-attractive, textured appearance
- This tree has been top-worked, meaning it features a clear stem which won't grow any taller, and a framework of branches atop the the trunk that will continue to develop - trees grown in this way are ideal for smaller gardens and large patio pots
- With its bold appearance, 'Tamukeyama' makes for an excellent feature tree - underplant with astilbes, hostas and ferns to create a truly magical tableau
- Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPotsâ„¢. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post
What to expect
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How to grow
How to grow
Good pest and disease resistance
Acers like this one don't usually encounter many issues with pests or diseases. Like many plants, however, they can be susceptible to aphids. Fortunately, these can easily be washed off by spraying the affected area with soapy water.
Full sun to partial shade
While your acer will still grow in full sun, best foliage colour will occur in partial shade.
Any moist, well-drained soil
This tree will grow well in most soil types provided that drainage is good (and so long as some moisture still retained).
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South Downs National Park
Meet Danielle
110 years' expertise free with every tree
Danielle's nursery has been growing trees in the South Downs National Park for over a century, and it shows. Dug up and sent straight to your garden at between 18-36 months old, their quality rootstocks, expert pruning and natural pest control mean that these traditionally field-grown trees are the hardiest you can get.
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Specialist UK growers we know and trust grow your plants the traditional way, with organic fertiliser and biological pest control. They pick only the healthiest plants for you, professionally pruning them so that they’ll grow strong and well shaped.
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Your plants are sent to you fresh from the field in our plastic free box that’s specially designed to hold them tight, then securely delivered by specialist plant couriers - straight from the grower to your garden within 
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