Acer Palmatum Dissectum Garnet 3 Litre Pot

Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' – A Graceful Weeping Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' is a beautiful, weeping Japanese maple that adds elegance and a delicate touch to any garden. Known for its finely dissected, deep burgundy-red leaves, this tree forms a compact, cascading mound, making it a stunning focal point for small gardens, containers, or ornamental landscapes. Its graceful weeping habit and vivid foliage provide year-round interest, with the tree’s colour intensifying through the seasons.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:

• In spring, Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' starts to emerge with vibrant red, finely cut foliage that gives it an intricate, lace-like texture. The new leaves are a striking contrast against the emerging buds and fresh greenery of other plants.
• The tree’s weeping, cascading form begins to take shape, with branches gently arching downward, creating a rounded, graceful silhouette.

Summer:

• During the summer months, the foliage deepens into a rich burgundy-red, offering a stunning contrast to the rest of the garden. The finely dissected leaves create a soft, airy effect, perfect for adding texture and movement to the landscape.
• Its weeping habit gives it a relaxed, elegant look that works well in smaller spaces, providing a natural, flowing element in the garden.

Autumn:

• In autumn, Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' undergoes a beautiful transformation, with the foliage turning brilliant shades of orange, yellow, and red. The warm, fiery colours add an intense burst of autumnal beauty, creating a striking focal point against the cooler autumn landscape.
• This vivid autumn display makes it a standout tree in any garden, with the colours complementing surrounding plants and the changing season.

Winter:

• In winter, 'Dissectum Garnet' loses its leaves, but the tree’s graceful weeping form remains an attractive feature. Its bare branches create an elegant, architectural outline, adding interest to the winter garden. The smooth bark of the trunk offers contrast against the bare branches, contributing to the visual appeal even during colder months.

Structure & Form

• Height & Spread: Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' typically grows to a height of 1.5–2.5m with a spread of 2.5–4m, making it a relatively small and compact tree. Its weeping nature creates a cascading effect, ideal for adding softness to smaller gardens or containers.
• Form: This Japanese maple has a delicate, weeping form with deeply dissected, lace-like leaves. Its cascading branches create a rounded, mound-like structure that is both elegant and visually interesting.
• Growth Habit: 'Dissectum Garnet' is a slow-growing tree, which means it requires little maintenance over time. Its natural weeping habit and delicate foliage make it a low-maintenance addition to the garden. Pruning is minimal, but occasional thinning can help maintain its graceful form.

Perfect for Various Landscapes

• Small Gardens & Courtyards: Its compact size and cascading habit make Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' ideal for small gardens, courtyards, or as a feature tree in urban spaces.
• Ornamental Landscapes: This tree is perfect for ornamental landscapes, where it can add texture and movement with its graceful, weeping form and vibrant foliage.
• Containers & Bonsai: Due to its small size and elegant form, 'Dissectum Garnet' is also well-suited to containers, making it a wonderful addition to patios, balconies, or even as part of a bonsai collection.
• Water Features & Rock Gardens: The delicate, cascading branches work well near water features, streams, or in rock gardens, where the weeping nature can contrast beautifully with natural stone and flowing water.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' thrives in partial shade, though it can tolerate full sun if provided with sufficient water. In sunnier spots, the foliage colour will be more intense, but it may need more frequent watering.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moist, slightly acidic to neutral soil. It should not be planted in waterlogged areas, as this can cause root rot.
• Maintenance: Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' is relatively low-maintenance. Regular watering during dry periods is important, but once established, it is quite drought-tolerant. Pruning is only necessary to remove dead or damaged wood, and thinning the canopy occasionally helps maintain its graceful, open form.

Why Choose Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet'?

Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' is a stunning, compact, and graceful tree that adds a delicate and refined aesthetic to any garden. Its finely cut, burgundy-red foliage and cascading form create a dynamic visual impact, with seasonal colour changes offering year-round beauty. This tree is an excellent choice for smaller spaces, containers, or as a specimen tree in ornamental landscapes, requiring minimal maintenance while providing substantial visual interest.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Perennials: Combine with perennials such as Hostas, Astilbes, or Ferns for a complementary contrast in texture and colour.
• Evergreens: Pair with evergreen shrubs like Boxwood or Holly to create a year-round contrast between the evergreen foliage and the changing colours of 'Dissectum Garnet'.
• Grasses: Pair with ornamental grasses such as Miscanthus or Carex for added texture and movement, enhancing the tree's natural elegance.
• Flowering Shrubs: Combine with flowering shrubs like Azaleas, Rhododendrons, or Hydrangeas for a layered, colourful garden that transitions beautifully through the seasons.

Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' is the ideal tree for those looking to add a touch of elegance and seasonal beauty to their garden. Its compact size, graceful weeping form, and vibrant foliage make it a standout addition to any landscape, offering interest and visual appeal year-round. Whether as a specimen tree, part of a rock garden, or in a container, it brings a refined, delicate charm to every setting.

Acer Palmatum Dissectum Garnet 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Deciduous

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.