Acer Palmatum 'The Bishop'

The Bishop Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum ‘The Bishop’ is a distinctive Japanese maple recognized for its upright, narrow habit and deep red foliage. Spring growth emerges rich crimson to burgundy, holding a dark red-purple tone through much of the summer when grown in partial shade.

Leaves are medium-sized with classic palmate lobes, giving the tree a refined, traditional appearance. In fall, ‘The Bishop’ develops brilliant scarlet to crimson-red color, providing a strong and reliable autumn display. Its naturally columnar to narrowly upright form makes it especially useful where vertical emphasis is needed.

‘The Bishop’ performs best in partial shade and prefers well-drained, evenly moist soil. It is valued for its strong structure, consistent color, and space-efficient form.

Size



Width: 8–10 ft



Height: 15–20 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 5–8



Best Uses


Vertical accent in narrow spaces



Specimen tree with upright form



Japanese or Asian-inspired gardens



Courtyards and entryway plantings



Fall color focal point

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Japanese Maple

Height

15-20'

Width

8-10'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Red

Leaf color

Brown, Green

Fall color

Crimson

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy

Landscape use

Container, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

4'

10-year width

6'