Similar to the popular 'Bloodgood' variety, Acer palmatum 'Pixie' (Japanese Maple) is a small, upright, deciduous tree with a dense, twiggy canopy. Emerging pink in spring, the deeply cut, 7-lobed leaves gradually change to purple-red in summer before turning bright scarlet in fall. Small green flowers appear in spring nd are followed by winged, red fruit in autumn. Perfect for small gardens and patio containers.

• Grows up to 8-10 ft. tall (240-300 cm) and 6-7 ft. wide (180-210 cm).
• Performs best in part shade in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool.
• Perfect as a specimen plant in cottage gardens, city gardens, or patio containers.
• Low maintenance, this plant needs little pruning. If pruning is necessary, prune during the dormant season and avoid pruning in spring when the sap is running. Fertilize in spring before the leaves emerge.
• May be affected by horse chestnut scale, aphids, coral spot, phytophthora root rot and verticillium wilt.
• Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings or by layering.
• Acer palmatum is native to Japan, China, and Korea.