Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' – A Graceful and Vibrant Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' is a beautiful weeping variety of Japanese Maple known for its deep red-purple foliage and elegant, cascading form. With its finely lacerated leaves and graceful arching branches, this variety creates a delicate and dramatic presence in any garden or landscape. Perfect for small gardens, rockeries, or as a specimen tree in ornamental plantings, Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' adds year-round colour and visual appeal to any setting.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring: As the tree emerges in spring, its soft, fern-like leaves unfold in shades of vibrant red, giving it a lively and captivating appearance.
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Summer: The foliage matures to a rich, deep purple-red, maintaining its color and adding a sense of depth and structure to the landscape.
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Autumn: Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' provides a stunning autumn display, with its leaves turning to fiery shades of red and gold, making it a focal point in fall gardens.
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Winter: In winter, the tree’s elegant weeping branches and intricate leaf structure offer an interesting silhouette, adding texture to the bare landscape.
Structure & Form
Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' is a compact, weeping tree with a mounding, cascading habit that typically reaches a height of 1.5 to 2.5m with a spread of up to 3m. Its finely dissected leaves create a soft, lace-like appearance, making it ideal for adding texture and movement to gardens. The tree's growth is slow and graceful, developing a dense, rounded canopy that drapes down to the ground, giving it a sense of softness and elegance. The small size and weeping form make it perfect for containers, rock gardens, or as an accent plant in larger landscapes.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Small Gardens & Courtyards – Ideal for compact spaces, this tree adds elegance and movement in smaller gardens and courtyards.
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Japanese & Woodland Gardens – Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' thrives in Japanese-inspired landscapes and woodland gardens, where its delicate form contrasts beautifully with other plants.
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Rock Gardens & Water Features – Its cascading habit makes it a stunning addition to rock gardens or water features, where the branches gently spill over rocks or water.
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Container Gardens – This tree also thrives in containers, making it perfect for patios, balconies, or entryways, where it can be appreciated at close range.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' prefers partial shade but can tolerate some morning sun, especially in cooler climates. In warmer regions, some afternoon shade is beneficial to protect the leaves from scorching.
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Soil: It thrives in well-drained, acidic to neutral soils that are moist but not waterlogged. It prefers loamy, rich soils for the best growth and color.
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Hardiness: Hardy to frost, though some protection from strong winds or extreme cold is advised in colder climates to prevent damage to the delicate branches.
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Maintenance: Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' is a low-maintenance tree. Its slow growth requires minimal pruning, and it generally requires little care beyond ensuring it has proper water and shade.
Why Choose Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet'?
Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' is a beautiful choice for adding grace, colour, and texture to smaller spaces or ornamental gardens. Its weeping, cascading form and vibrant foliage make it a standout tree, perfect for containers or as an accent plant in larger landscapes. This low-maintenance variety is a favourite for gardeners looking for a unique, dramatic tree with year-round visual interest and an elegant presence.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Evergreens – Pair with Taxus baccata (English Yew) or Ilex aquifolium (Holly) to create a year-round contrast and frame the delicate foliage of 'Dissectum Garnet'.
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Flowering Shrubs – Combine with Rhododendron or Azalea for a vibrant springtime display, complementing the tree’s red tones.
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Perennials – Underplant with Astilbe, Hosta, or Heuchera for a textured, colourful base that contrasts with the tree's delicate leaves.
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Groundcovers – Use Pachysandra terminalis or Vinca minor (Periwinkle) to create a lush, green carpet around the tree.
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Other Deciduous Trees – Pair with smaller trees like Prunus (Cherry) or Malus (Crabapple) for a layered look, with complementary flowers and foliage in spring and autumn.
Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' offers grace, beauty, and vibrant seasonal colour. Whether used as a specimen plant, in containers, or as part of a larger garden design, its delicate, weeping form and vibrant hues make it an exquisite addition to any outdoor space.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
