Acer palmatum ‘Garnet’ – Red Japanese Maple – D19 x H40 cm
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€40,95 - Regular price
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€40,95
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Frequently Asked Questions
What exposure does it need? Partial shade. Its deep red color will be more intense with good light, but direct midday sun can scorch its delicate leaves.
Is it a toxic plant? No, the Garnet Japanese maple is harmless to your pets.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
Acer palmatum ‘Garnet’ — Compact & refined red Japanese maple
🍁 Intense red foliage • 🌿 Compact & elegant habit • 🏙️ Ideal for terraces & balconies • ☀️ Partial shade / gentle sun • ❄️ Hardy down to −20 °C
Acer palmatum ‘Garnet’, or red Japanese maple, is a highly appreciated variety for its finely cut foliage and bright garnet red hue. Graphic, delicate, and luminous, it instantly brings a zen and high-end presence to any space.
Compact and slow-growing, it is ideal in a pot on a balcony or terrace, but also suitable for planting in the ground in a small urban garden. Its foliage changes with the seasons: deep red in spring and summer, then fiery orange-red in autumn.
Exposure & location
- Exposure: partial shade to gentle sun. Avoid the hot full afternoon sun in summer.
- Ideal location: sheltered balcony, semi-shaded terrace, small zen garden.
- Soil: light, fresh, well-drained, rather neutral to slightly acidic.
- Protection: sheltered from dry winds that can damage the fine leaves.
In a pot on a terrace, it immediately becomes the colorful focal point without taking up much space.
Watering & maintenance
- Watering: regular to keep the substrate slightly fresh, never waterlogged.
- In a pot: monitor moisture well in summer, the soil dries faster.
- Nutrition: provide a mild fertilizer (such as for ericaceous plants) in spring and early summer.
- Pruning: minimal: only to harmonize the shape at the end of winter.
- Mulching: recommended in summer to limit evaporation and avoid thermal stress on roots.
Are the tips drying? Often it’s either too much hot wind or too direct sun during the hottest hours.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
- Japanese zen atmosphere: pair it with non-invasive bamboos (Fargesia), light gravel, and a stone lantern.
- Elegant shade bed: enhance with hostas, ferns, or heucheras with purple or golden foliage.
- Asian palette: combine with azaleas, rhododendrons, or camellias for a miniature Japanese garden vibe.
- In a design pot: in a sober and matte planter cover, it becomes a sculptural piece on a contemporary balcony.
Two maples of different colors (light green + garnet red) = mini Japanese forest on 2 m².
Verdeia tips
- Absolutely avoid the burning direct sun on the leaves in midsummer: they are thin and sensitive.
- Remember to slightly rotate the pot every 2–3 months for balanced and even growth.
- Protect the root ball from drying out: a light mulch in the pot makes a real difference.
- In winter, the pot can stay outside: the maple is hardy down to −20 °C. Just shelter the container if there is severe prolonged frost.
This maple is ideal for creating a calm and contemplative corner — reading, morning coffee, relaxed end of day.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Acer palmatum ‘Garnet’
- Common name: Red Japanese maple
- Type: Deciduous ornamental shrub
- Pot diameter: Ø19 cm
- Delivered height: approx. 40 cm
- Maximum adult size: 1.5 to 2 m (compact habit, ideal for small spaces)
- Foliage: finely cut garnet red in spring/summer, orange-red in autumn
- Ideal exposure: partial shade to gentle sun
- Hardiness: down to −20 °C
- Watering: regular, fresh soil without excess stagnant water
- Maintenance: easy (light pruning only for shape)
- Toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Zen garden / Japanese terrace / Plant minimalism
Each plant is unique: foliage colors naturally vary according to season, light, and temperature.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
Our Verdeia commitments
FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.