Acer palmatum 'Skeeter's Broom' Red Column Japanese Maple Acer shirasawanum While not as decidedly upright

While not as decidedly upright as ‘Seiryu’

Also it seems to hold it's color better in shade than most varieties

In summer the purple of spring will change to olive green in more shade or bronze in more sun

These leaves emerge in the spring with a striking plum red color

Acer palmatum 'Skeeter's Broom' Red Column Japanese Maple Acer shirasawanum While not as decidedly uprightDiscovered by Ed "Skeeter" Rod in Pennsylvania this is a witches broom with the usual twiggy growth but a very vigorous upright habit. The small attractive leaves emerge bright red in spring before turning dark red in summer. This plant holds it's color very well even in hot climates. It also seems to hold color well in fairly heavy shade. Fall color is a bright scarlet and rather late compared to other maples. 10 Year Size: Height: 6 8 Feet Width: 3