Acer palmatum 'Beni hoshi

Growth Habit: compact dwarf reaching 6 feet high in 15 years
USDA Zone: 5-9
Exposure: filtered to full sun
Growing Conditions: moist, well-drained soils
Comments: Bright red leaves in spring maturing to green during the summer. The 2nd flush of new leaves punctuate the green background with splashes of red and tend to hold this bi-color effect throughout the season. In fall leaves turn yellow and orange. Also sold as 'Ruby Star'.