Crimson Queen Japanese Cutleaf Maple

Acer palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Queen' Crimson Queen is claimed to be the most common cutleaf, or laceleaf, red Japanese maple in the US and the standard by which all others are judged. Its cascading branches of deeply dissected magenta leaves are superb. It is especially beautiful when placed where its limbs can spill over a rock or other woodsy landscape feature. Note: Full sun can burn its leaves; does best with afternoon shade. *Rarely Damaged by Deer* Photos courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC. (A couple of photos were  taken at the SECU bank in Asheboro, NC) Ornamental Characteristics Category Ornamental Specimen Tree Foliage Type Deciduous - Deeply Dissected Leaves Height 6' - 10' Spread 10' - 12' Shape Weeping Primary Foliage Color Emerges Green turning to Burgundy Seasonal Foliage Color Orange-red Flowering Season Spring Flower Color Insignificant Berries Winged seeds Environmental Characteristics Growth Rate Moderate Sun Prefere