.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Bloodgood' Japanese Maple Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' Description A vibrant, dark-red-leafed Japanese Maple featuring a compact, bushy growth habit. Its striking foliage provides colorful accents throughout the seasons, with delicate lobed leaves that turn brilliant shades in fall. Suggested Uses Perfect for garden focal points, shade gardens, and container plantings. Ideal for adding color and texture to landscapes and entryways. Plant Details Botanical Name: Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' Common Name: Bloodgood Japanese Maple Size & Growth: Typically 10-15 ft tall and wide with a moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Spring (April-May) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Japanese Maples Care Tips Planting Instructions: Select a location with partial shade; ensure well-draining soil Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, avoid waterlogging Soil Type: Loamy, slightly acidic to neutral Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or crossing branches after leaf fall Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds and extreme cold; mulch around roots Planting Depth: Plant at same soil level as in nursery Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Avoid heavy clay soils; provide protection from late frosts