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Acer

A small ornamental tree with seasonal foliage colour

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12 Litre
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Free delivery over £75 · Pre-order for delivery in the spring
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Key information

The Acer is a striking Japanese maple that provides vibrant colour for most of the year. In spring the large leaves are a purple red which develop to a crimson red in autumn. This tree can be planted in a pot or within borders. Its beautiful colour often makes them a star of your outside space.

Delivery & Returns
SOTO GARDENS EDITS AND COLLECTIONS: Orders placed using the spring 2025 pre-order discount will be delivered in the spring. A member of the Soto team will be in touch to organise delivery. Soto deliver nationwide for all plants, pots and accessories via our courier partner, DPD within 3-7 working days. Delivery is free for all orders over £75. For orders under £75, we charge £6. If you would like your order delivered after this period, please let us know when you’d like to take receipt in the delivery notes. Soto Guests, including BIG GREEN EGG, GARDEN TRADING and FLOWERBX are delivered in accordance with their T&C’s. Please see our delivery and returns page for more information. Please contact Soto if you’ve any questions.
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Top Tip

Help avoid leaf scorch (when the leaf turns brown) by watering thoroughly during the warmer months.

How to care for Acer

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Aspect
Thrives in partial shade but can tolerate sun

Leaf colour is most vibrant in partial shade.

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Care Level
Low maintenance

Don't let the soil dry out.

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Watering
Regularly

Thrives in moist, well drained soil. Water well in the hotter months.

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Feeding
Compost

Plant with a good quality, peat free compost. Add a layer every spring to ensure nutrients feed through to the roots.

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Soil
Acers thrive in most soil types

Ensure the soil is well drained. When planting add a drainage medium, such as grit or crocs, to encourage better drainage.

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Foliage
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Quick facts

BOTANICAL NAME
Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'
PLANT TYPE
Tree
RECOMMENDED SOTO POT SIZE
Large or X-Large
HARDINESS
Very hardy
HEIGHT (INCLUDING NURSERY POT)
100cm
TOXICITY
Not that has been reported
EVENTUAL GROWTH (10-20 years)
Height - 4m, Width - 4m

How to pot a plant

In this Soto Masterclass we take you through the steps on how to pot a plant.

Follow along with Max as he demonstrates the importance of drainage holes, how to use compost and watering after planting.

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