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Acer palmatum dissectum 'Red Dragon'
Choose Red Dragon Japanese Maple if you want a low, weeping red focal plant near a patio or entry. Its advantage is strong red color for a laceleaf; the tradeoff is it is not a shade tree or privacy plant.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | Its weeping shape and red laceleaf foliage give one clear focal point without overwhelming a smaller bed. |
| Growth Rate | B- | It builds presence steadily, but buyers wanting quick canopy or fast size should choose another tree. |
| Maintenance | B | It needs thoughtful placement, watering while establishing, and light pruning rather than frequent shaping. |
| 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+ | Its low, mounded habit works well in smaller beds if you leave room for the branches to spread. |
| Screening Value | D | This is a specimen plant, not a plant for blocking views or creating privacy. |
At PGNE, we’d typically recommend Red Dragon for a protected display spot, not an open corner near wind, salt, or reflected heat. Give it room, water it during dry stretches, and avoid heavy pruning.
| Mature Height | 6 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 7 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 9 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Weeping, mounding, cascading |
It holds red color better than many laceleaf types, especially with good siting and steady moisture.
Morning sun with some afternoon protection is the safer choice in New England.
Only light pruning is usually needed to remove crossing, dead, or awkward branches.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-22174
Quality dwarf tree. fast delivery. Great experience.
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They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
