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Emperor I Japanese Maple
Emperor I Japanese Maple
$309.00
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Quantity
Low stock: 5 left
Acer palmatum 'Wolff'
Choose Emperor I if you want a red Japanese maple with better spring frost forgiveness than Bloodgood; the tradeoff is that it still needs a sheltered, well-drained spot and room to become a real small tree.
Buy This If
- You want upright red foliage.
- Late spring frosts are a concern.
- You can give it a protected spot.
Skip This If
- You need a narrow tree.
- Your site stays soggy.
- You want fast screening.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A | The deep red foliage and upright shape make it a strong focal tree without needing flowers. |
| Growth Rate | B | It grows at a steady pace, but it is not the tree to buy for quick size. |
| Maintenance | B | Plan on watering during dry stretches and only light shaping once it is established. |
| Deer Resistance | C | Young trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | B- | It fits many yards, but it needs more room than a cutleaf or weeping Japanese maple. |
| Screening Value | D | This is a specimen tree, not a privacy screen. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Emperor I over Bloodgood for customers worried about late frosts, but only when the planting site has protection from harsh wind and drainage is reasonable.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 17.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 13.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 13.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded |
Customers Usually Ask
Does it keep its red color?
Yes, best color comes with some direct sun and relief from harsh afternoon stress.
Can it go near the house?
Yes, if you leave enough room for the canopy and avoid tight foundation corners.
Will deer bother it?
They may browse young growth, so protect it where deer pressure is steady.
Why buy for fall color
- See the actual color before you buy it
- Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
- Fall planting means roots established before winter
Our Japanese maples are selected for cold hardiness and structure. We focus on varieties that perform in New England, not just look good in a catalog.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-22082
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