Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'
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This beautiful Japanese maple is a brilliantly elegant and vibrant specimen. This upright tree has an ultimate height between 2.5-4 metres and a spread of approx. 1.5-2.5 metres. Slow growing it can easily be kept small. Its glorious leaves emerge a bright red, maturing into a reddish-green or purple-red, then turning blazing red in autumn. There is also winter interest in this Acer as it’s bright red sculptural stems stand out and will give your garden a vibrant colour during those duller months, even after ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ loses its leaves. It’s a great choice for container planting on patios and can add structure to a border.
This acer is easy to grow preferring partial shade or full sun. Place in moist but well drained soil in a sheltered area to protect from cold winds and leaf scorching.
Supplied in approx 3 litre containers.
The primary intended use of this plant is to grow food for human consumption.
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This tree is very adaptable, comfortable in all soil types, growing best in moist but well-drained soil, which is neutral or acidic. The tree can be grown in full sun or partial shade, best in a sheltered position with an east, south or west facing aspect.
A low maintenance plant, your maple will benefit from an annual prune in late winter or early spring. Specifically, remove any shoots which have crossed over or congested the plant, as well as damaged and diseased branches.
An annual mulch after pruning will supress any competing weeds, hold down moisture and add organic matter to the soil.