Red Dragon Japanese Maple Seeds - Tree Plant For Home Gardens

Red Dragon Japanese Maple Seeds are from Acer palmatum, a deciduous ornamental tree known for its delicate palmate leaves, graceful branching habit, and seasonal foliage changes. The ‘Red Dragon’ cultivar is recognized for its deeply cut red foliage and compact growth form. Japanese Maple seeds can produce plants with natural variation in leaf shape, color, and growth habit, as named cultivars are generally maintained through vegetative propagation rather than seed. These ornamental trees are commonly grown in gardens, containers, bonsai collections, and landscape plantings.

Features

• Seeds of Japanese Maple ornamental tree
• Produces delicate maple foliage with natural variation
• Suitable for gardens, containers, and bonsai cultivation
• Develops graceful branching structure
• Provides seasonal foliage interest
• Suitable for ornamental landscape planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Acer palmatum
• Common Name (US): Japanese Maple, Red Dragon Japanese Maple
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental Tree Seed
• Growth Habit: Small deciduous tree or shrub
• USDA Zones: 5–8
• Planting Season: Fall or Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Fall to Spring
• Sowing Season Months: October–April
• Germination: 3–6 months; requires cold stratification
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-draining, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; maintain consistent moisture during establishment
• Mature Plant Size: 6–12 ft tall, spreading 6–10 ft (varies by growing conditions)
• Plant Spacing: 6–10 ft apart