{"id":2334,"date":"2026-01-28T10:52:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T09:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pepinieredurenard.fr\/?post_type=product&#038;p=2334"},"modified":"2026-02-19T10:17:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T09:17:25","slug":"purple-thunder","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/pepinieredurenard.fr\/en\/product\/purple-thunder\/","title":{"rendered":"Purple thunder"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"881\">Character &amp; interest<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"1289\">This cultivar stands out for two key strengths: a long-lasting dark color and an unusual leaf shape (downturned lobes), clearly visible even from a distance. The effect can sometimes recall certain purple maples with \u201ccurled\u201d leaves, while still keeping a \u201cfull moon\u201d expression (broad leaves, strong presence). Very effective against a light background (gravel, walls) or, conversely, in front of evergreens.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1303\">Colours<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1521\">\n<li data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1366\">\n<p data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1366\"><strong data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1320\">Spring<\/strong> : deep purple (often very intense).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1466\">\n<p data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1466\"><strong data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1376\">Summer<\/strong> : burgundy \/ purple-bronze, with new growth that can appear brighter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1521\">\n<p data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1521\"><strong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1480\">Autumn<\/strong> : bright red (often very luminous).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1541\">Habit &amp; vigour<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1748\">Rather upright habit, with a crown that becomes denser over time. Moderate vigor, with steady growth if the soil stays cool and moist in summer.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1776\">Indicative size<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1834\">Observed orders of magnitude depending on sources and training:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"2123\">\n<li data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1890\">\n<p data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1890\">often around 2.5 m tall at about 10 years,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1956\">\n<p data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1956\">with a spread commonly around 1.2 to 2 m at that age,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"2123\">\n<p data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2123\">some cultivation references suggest it may reach 3.5 to 4.5 m tall at 10 years in very favorable conditions (to be considered a maximum).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2139\">Exposure<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2408\">Gentle sun \/ bright partial shade. To preserve the quality of the purple coloration and avoid leaf scorch, choose a sheltered position protected from dry winds and from harsh afternoon sun (especially in containers).<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2728\">Origin &amp; history<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"3002\">\u2018Purple Thunder\u2019 is presented as a recent selection made by the American nurseryman Talon Buchholz.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u2018Purple Thunder\u2019 is an Acer shirasawanum with a very distinctive character: its large purple leaves have lobes that curve downward, creating a unique, almost \u201csculptural\u201d foliage silhouette. The color is especially intense on new growth, stays burgundy through summer, then finishes in a blazing red in autumn. An excellent choice to add contrast and an original texture in the garden or in a large container.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"Purple Thunder \u2013 Acer shirasawanum | Pourpre tr\u00e8s sombre, feuilles recourb\u00e9es, automne rouge vif","_seopress_titles_desc":"\u2018Purple Thunder\u2019 (Acer shirasawanum) : \u00e9rable du Japon \u201cfull moon\u201d pourpre aux lobes courb\u00e9s vers le bas, tr\u00e8s graphique. Printemps pourpre profond, \u00e9t\u00e9 bordeaux, automne rouge vif. Port \u00e9rig\u00e9, env. 2,5 m vers 10 ans selon conditions. 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