Acer palmatum 'Red Sparkle' Japanese Maple Selected Size:1 gallon 'Pete McNees' was found and

'Pete McNees' was found and introduced by Pete McNees

It is estimated to be vase-shaped to 6-8 ft in 10 years

but gets more and more beautiful with age

give ‘Purple Bayou’ ammonium sulfate to get this deep purple color that gives ‘Purple Bayou’ its name

Acer palmatum 'Red Sparkle' Japanese Maple Selected Size:1 gallon 'Pete McNees' was found andAcer palmatum 'Red Sparkle' Reticulated Variegated Japanese Maple Zones 5 9 Acer palmatum Red Sparkle is a striking reticulated variegated Japanese maple discovered by Bart Eyekemin, prized for its dynamic, light responsive foliage. The leaves develop increasingly vivid red variegation with more sun exposure, while in shadier settings they shift to a softer, creamy tone highlighted by elegant veining. With a graceful habit and an expected height of