Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood', is a popular, deciduous, purple-leaved Japanese Maple with vibrant purple/red lobed leaves in spring that hold their colour through the summer months. The foliage turns to a bright, vivid crimson or blood red in Autumn, which is where it's name derives from. 'Bloodgood' is considered to be one of the best of the purple-leaved Acer palmatum varieties due to its intensity of colour and extended seasonal interest.
Although not noted for flowers and fruits, it does sometimes produce small, purple flowers in the spring which are followed on by red fruits. Once the leaves drop in late autumn it features reddish-black bark which brings some colour and interest in the winter months.
Japanese Maple 'Bloodgood' is bushy in habit and due to its slow growth, can live happily in the same container or spot in the garden for many years to come. They are also ideal for novice gardeners or those with busy lives as Acers are easy to grow and require little maintenance other than watering when needed.
Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' will look spectacular in any setting but will excel as a centrepiece on a patio or in a courtyard garden and look simply stunning, taking centre stage as part of a rock garden or garden planting scheme.
Plant in moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered position with protection from wind. This variety will tolerate a sunnier location (mot midday sun) but prefers a semi-shaded spot. Ensure the soil is kept moist and the plant is not exposed to full sun in order to avoid leaf scorch.
Free delivery is available on all orders providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:
| Packaging Type | Standard Delivery Charge | Minimum Order Values (incl VAT) for FREE Delivery |
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| Boxes (Bare roots and pots up to and incl. 7.5L) | £4.99 delivery charge (orders up to £100 incl VAT) | Orders of £100 and over - FREE |
| Pallets (Root balls, large pots, trees etc) | £60.00 delivery charge (orders up to £200 incl VAT) | Orders of £200 and over - FREE |
There are some exceptions to the standard delivery pricing structure, which relate to deliveries to more remote areas, overseas, or extremely tall plants requiring specialist delivery - for more information see the
Delivery Information Page. (Please note that due to new Brexit rules, we are currently unable to export to both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.)Delivery Time - Please note that due to high demand, delivery times are currently 3-7 days. (Some trees will be 7-14 days delivery as standard - see product pages for delivery info).
We are working through existing orders as quickly as possible but can now deliver new orders within this timescale.It's Convenient - no need to wait in all day to sign, we don't need a signature (the odd, larger order may require a signature but will be delivered at a mutually agreeable time)
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* Please note that delivery costs are based on the final order amount in your cart
after any discounts have been applied.
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