Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'

Bloodgood Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’ is one of the most popular and reliable upright red Japanese maples, prized for its excellent heat tolerance, strong form, and consistent dark foliage color. Leaves emerge deep burgundy-red in spring, retain rich color better than many red cultivars through summer, and turn brilliant crimson to scarlet in fall.

The foliage is palmate with broad, well-defined lobes, giving the tree a bold yet refined texture. ‘Bloodgood’ develops a strong upright to rounded habit with good branching and steady growth, making it a dependable landscape specimen.

Best grown in partial shade, though it tolerates more sun than many Japanese maples, especially in cooler climates. Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil and protection from drying winds. Hardy in USDA Zones 5–8.

Mature size:



Width: 15–20 ft



Height: 15–20 ft



Ideal for specimen planting, lawns, woodland edges, courtyards, and Asian-inspired landscapes, Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’ is valued for its durability, classic form, and reliable year-round beauty.

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Japanese Maple

Height

20

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Red

Fall color

Red

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright, Vase Shaped

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No