{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-emperor-1-live-japanese-maple-red-emperor-ornamental-tree-glossy-red-foliage-1-container-grown","title":"Acer palmatum ‘Emperor 1’ Live Japanese Maple | Red Emperor Ornamental Tree | #1 Container Grown","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd bold color and timeless elegance to your landscape with Acer palmatum ‘Emperor 1’, a stunning red Japanese Maple prized for its glossy maroon foliage and brilliant scarlet fall display. Also known as Red Emperor, this durable ornamental tree emerges in spring with rich deep red leaves that maintain their vibrant color throughout summer before transforming into fiery scarlet tones in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts upright growth habit and manageable size make it an excellent focal point for foundation plantings, patios, Zen gardens, and ornamental landscapes. The shimmering foliage features unique olive-green undersides that create beautiful movement and contrast in the breeze. Heat and cold tolerant, ‘Emperor 1’ is a reliable and striking addition to gardens in a wide range of climates. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Acer palmatum ‘Emperor 1’ tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 18–24 inches tall\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Grown in #1 nursery container\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted Japanese Maple\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Emperor 1 Japanese Maple\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Emperor 1’\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Young container-grown tree\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Moist, well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 15 feet\u003cbr\u003eMature Width: Approximately 12 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes when young\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e In warmer climates, provide afternoon shade to protect foliage during extreme heat. Mulching around the root zone helps maintain moisture and supports healthy root development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499602997380,"sku":null,"price":174.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_66.jpg?v=1783660262","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/acer-palmatum-emperor-1-live-japanese-maple-red-emperor-ornamental-tree-glossy-red-foliage-1-container-grown","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}