Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, north facing, west facing
Position in border:
Back, middle

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Acer palmatum is a deciduous, woody shrub native to parts of Asia and Russia. There are many garden-worthy cultivars available, which have been bred for their leaf shapes and colours.

Holder of the Royal Horticultural Society's prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM), Acer palmatum 'Red Pygmy' is deservedly popular. It makes a beautiful mound-shaped tree, with reddish-purple seven-lobed leaves that turn scarlet in autumn.

For best results, grow Acer palmatum 'Red Pygmy' in moist but well-drained soil in partial shade. Protect it from the harshest winds, which may cause leaf scorch.

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Acer ‘Red pygmy’ and wildlife

Acer ‘Red pygmy’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Acer ‘Red pygmy’ poisonous?

Acer ‘Red pygmy’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Acer 'Red Pygmy'
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