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Acer palmatum Pixie

Acer palmatum Pixie, Acer Pixie, Acer palmatum Pixie Japanese Maple, Acer Pixie Japanese Maple, Pixie Japanese Maple, Pixie Acer, Acer Pixie Maple, Red Pixie Japanese Maple, Pixie Japanese Maple Size

Acer palmatum Pixie is a smaller version of the popular Acer Bloodgood and features a rich display of delicate foliage. Leaves on this deciduous tree emerge pink in spring, age to purple-red in summer, then turns scarlet red as autumn progresses before falling. This Japanese Maple typically grows to 2.5 m tall and 1.8 m wide with a vase-shape. Acer palmatum Pixie makes for a fantastic specimen tree and is also ideal for mixed plantings, planting to soften a bland wall, planting around outdoor living areas, or for growing anywhere the spectacular colour can be enjoyed.

Acer palmatum 'Pixie' tree in a park.
Acer palmatum 'Pixie' dark purple foliage.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:2.50 m
Spread:1.80 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asAcer palmatum Pixie, Acer Pixie, Acer palmatum Pixie Japanese Maple, Acer Pixie Japanese Maple, Pixie Japanese Maple, Pixie Acer, Acer Pixie Maple, Red Pixie Japanese Maple, Pixie Japanese Maple Size

Acer palmatum Pixie Details

Acer palmatum Pixie is a smaller version of the popular Acer Bloodgood and features a rich display of delicate foliage. Leaves on this deciduous tree emerge pink in spring, age to purple-red in summer, then turns scarlet red as autumn progresses before falling. It typically grows to 2.5 m tall and 1.8 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. Acer palmatum Pixie will grow on a range of soil types but will struggle at the extremes of wet and dry. This lovely specimen is ideal for mixed plantings, planting to soften a bland wall, planting around outdoor living areas, or for growing anywhere the spectacular colour can be enjoyed.

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