Acer palmatum Ariadne Acer palmatum Autumn Fire ‘Merlot’ excels in sunny

‘Merlot’ excels in sunny

Moonrise is a show stopper

with edges that curl down almost forming a tube

Its foliage opens bright red in spring

5 m wide in 10–20 years

Acer palmatum Ariadne Acer palmatum Autumn Fire ‘Merlot’ excels in sunnyAriadne is an upright, wide growing Japanese maple known for its ever changing colors throughout the seasons. In spring, the deeply divided leaves emerge with orange and pink tones. As the season progresses, they shift to a more purplish hue with striking red veins during summer. In fall, the foliage returns to vibrant shades of orange and pink. This tree can reach up to 2. 5 meters in both height and width over 10 years. While it can tolerate some