Red pygmy
‘Red Pygmy’ is a Japanese maple with very fine foliage (narrow, strap-like lobes), forming a compact, slow-growing dome. In spring it starts purple-red, then holds a dark red shade for a long time (which can shift towards bronze-green in hot weather), before an often scarlet autumn display. An excellent choice for containers and small gardens if you want a light, refined texture.
Character & interest
‘Red Pygmy’ brings a different texture: the lobes are long, very narrow, almost without teeth, creating a filigree, elegant look. The plant naturally stays very compact, with a cushion/dome silhouette that is easy to fit in.
Colours
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Spring : purple-red to burgundy.
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Summer : dark red, which can shift towards bronze-green if the exposure is very hot or dry.
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Autumn : often scarlet red, sometimes with yellow-to-red nuances depending on conditions.
Habit & vigour
Rounded habit, forming a clump/dome; slow growth. With age it may open slightly, while remaining small in size.
Indicative size
As a guide: often around 1.5 to 2 m (sometimes a little more) depending on training and conditions.
Exposure
Bright partial shade or gentle sun. Protection from hot afternoon sun helps the red colour last longer. Free-draining soil that stays cool in summer (the fine foliage marks more quickly in a pot if the substrate dries out).
| Groupe MS | 8. Linearilobum |
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| Habit | Bushy |
| Vigueur | Lente |
| Taille 10 ans | Petit (1-2m) |
| Forme de feuille | Linéaire |
| Couleur Printemps | Rouge sombre |
| Couleur Été | Vert-bronze |
| Couleur Automne | Jaune / Orange / Rouge |
| Exposure | Soleil / Mi-ombre |
| Size / Grade | C1, C1.5, C10, C2, C3, C5, C7.5, P9 |
