The only purple-leaved maple! The Japanese maple 'Mystic Jewel' (Acer palmatum) has mysteriously coloured, large leaves. It grows into a purple colour, then it becomes green with a silver-grey glow. In autumn, the leaves turn to a purplish red. Striking and decorative. The hardy shrub can be planted all year round.
The shrub does not require pruning. If you want to prune anyway, do it in late summer or early autumn. Plant the Japanese maple in partial shade. The shrub prefers well-drained soil. Give it extra water during dry periods.