Acer 'Japanese Maple': Bloodgood

Acer palmatum Bloodgood, Also known as Bloodgood Japanese Maple, is a large deciduous shrub or small tree in the maple family. It is native to southeast Korea and central and south Japan where it grows as an understory tree. It was initially sold prior to World War II by the Bloodgood Nursery on Long Island, New York. 

 

The Bloodgood can be grown in a container or as a specimen in the ground. Due to its small size, you can plant it along walkways and patios. It can also be used as an understory tree. The roots are noncompetitive, and you can place other plants around it. 

 

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Bloodgood Japanese Maple usually likes full sun to partial shade, ideally receiving at least four to six hours of direct sunlight daily. However due to our Charleston climate, this plant benefits from afternoon shade to prevent leaf scorch. Plant it in an area that offers some protection from strong winds and hot, dry conditions—like under a canopy of trees—as it prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil.

Bloodgood maple requires consistently moist, well-draining soil—avoid saturation. Water deeply 2-3 times a week initially and checking soil moisture 3-4 inches down to determine watering needs for established plants. Water in the morning, directly to the root zone. Avoid overhead watering—laying mulch against the trunk will help retain the moisture. Water more frequently during hot, dry, or windy weather, and significantly less during winter dormancy.  

We suggest Happy Frog Japanese Maple fertilizer.

 

Proper nutrition is important to the health of your plant and its longevity. To ensure your plant is getting the appropriate nutrition, use a fertilizer labelled for the needs of this plant and apply according to the label.