Acer palmatum 'Burgundy Lace' is an exquisite cultivar of the Japanese maple, celebrated for its brilliant burgundy-red leaves and graceful stature. This alluring deciduous shrub, part of the Sapindaceae family, thrives in zones 5 to 9, offering versatility in a variety of climates. Its deeply-lobed, finely-serrated foliage emerges light red-purple in spring, transitions to a richer hue over summer, and culminates in a striking maroon in fall, ensuring year-round visual intrigue. Adaptable to both sun and shaded environments, it makes a stunning centerpiece in any garden, displaying an impressive height of up to 18 feet over time.
Awarded the Royal Horticultural Society Merit, 'Burgundy Lace' is valued not only for its aesthetic charm but also its resilience. It's rabbit and black walnut tolerant, though best sited in moist, well-drained soils with a slight acidity. This low-maintenance beauty suits various landscaping roles, whether as a solo feature or part of a dynamic group planting. Introduced to the US in the late 1950s, this Japanese-origin masterpiece offers a unique artistic touch to your outdoor spaces, contrasting beautifully with green-leaved companions. Of course like most seed grown from cultivars, the resulting seedlings may or may not resemble the parent.
