.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; } 'Crimson Queen' Weeping Japanese Maple Acer palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Queen' Description An elegant, cascading deciduous shrub featuring vibrant crimson foliage in spring and summer, with a graceful weeping habit that enhances any landscape or garden setting. Suggested Uses Perfect as a focal point in garden beds, border plantings, or as a container specimen. Ideal for courtyards and shaded garden corners. Plant Details Botanical Name: Acer palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Queen' Common Name: Crimson Queen Weeping Japanese Maple Size & Growth: Typically reaches 6-8 ft height with a spread of 8-10 ft, with a graceful, cascading form Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous with vibrant red/crimson leaves Bloom Time: Spring (small, inconspicuous flowers) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun, prefers protection from harsh afternoon sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No, prefers outdoor environments Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for container planting with proper drainage Deer Resistant: Moderate Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and shade-loving perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Plant in spring or fall, in a shaded or protected location. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Loamy, slightly acidic Humidity: Tolerates average to high humidity Pruning Instructions: Light pruning in late winter or early spring to maintain shape Winter Care: Protect roots with mulch; avoid winter wind damage Planting Depth: Plant so that the crown is level with or slightly above soil level Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring Special Care: Protect from strong, drying winds to preserve foliage health