.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; } Emperor 1' Japanese Maple Acer palmatum 'Emperor 1' Screen Description An elegant, finely textured deciduous tree featuring delicate, lacy foliage and vibrant seasonal color. Ideal for adding visual interest to gardens and landscape screens. Suggested Uses Perfect for creating privacy screens, accent features in gardens, or as a container plant to enhance patios and entryways. Plant Details Botanical Name: Acer palmatum 'Emperor 1' Common Name: Emperor 1' Japanese Maple Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 ft in height with a similar spread; grows slowly over time. Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous, finely dissected Bloom Time: Spring Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Mildly Toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Shade Plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in partial shade. Water regularly during first growing season. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, not waterlogged. Soil Type: Well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Humidity: Average to high humidity preferred. Pruning Instructions: Prune to shape in late winter or early spring; removing dead or crossing branches. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds with mulch or burlap cover. Planting Depth: Same depth as container or root ball. Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring. Special Care: Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots in winter.