‘Crimson Queen’

 This weeping laceleaf is among the most well-known weeping red-leafed Japanese maples. The growth habit is low and spreading with fine, lacey foliage. Spring color is red, with purples and greens in summer followed by bright red in fall.

Spring color on ‘Crimson Queen’ is a bright red, which turns purple/green in summer.

Spring color on ‘Crimson Queen’ is a bright red, which turns purple/green in summer.

Crimson Queen in Summer

Crimson Queen in Summer

The mix of purple and green on summer foliage can be lovely. Deeper shade will result in more green, while 1-2 hours of morning sun will ensure more purples in summer.

The mix of purple and green on summer foliage can be lovely. Deeper shade will result in more green, while 1-2 hours of morning sun will ensure more purples in summer.