Image Property of Sooner Plant Farm, Inc.
Know Your Zone
Enter your zip code to look up your hardiness zone region.
EMPEROR I UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Acer palmatum 'Emperor I'
Currently Available:
Root Pouch 5 gallon - 4-5 ft tall
(SKU: 10530)
(14 units available now - S)
-
Grown in Root Pouch®.
List Price $175.00 In Stock
Root Pouch 5 gallon - 3-4 ft tall
(SKU: 11224)
(19 units available now - S)
-
Grown in Root Pouch®.
List Price $175.00 In Stock
15 gallon Potted - 6-8 ft tall
(SKU: 4384)
(0 units available now)
-
pick up only
List Price $350.00
Hardiness Zone: 5-8 · Mature Height: 15-20 Feet · Mature Spread: 12-15 Feet
Buy Emperor I Japanese Maple online. Emperor 1 is an improved version of 'Bloodgood', and is similar in growth habit, although this tree has a lighter almost translucent quality to the leaves. It holds its red color well throughout the summer months, and has a brilliant crimson fall display. It is one of the best choices for heat tolerance in southern states, although it still needs to be planted in a shady area.
Family: Sapindaceae / Aceraceae · Common Name: Maple
FREE with every plant purchased:
- The Sooner Guarantee: For details, click here!
- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
- Planting and Care Instruction brochure.
- Catalogs of new and exciting plant brands, such as Garden Debut® and Proven Winners®.
We use and recommend www.dripdepot.com for our irrigation needs, from simple to install micro and drip systems, to commercial grade irrigation parts and supplies.
EMPEROR I UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE Plant Characteristics
Bark Type*
| • | Smooth |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - Low Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - High Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - High Resistance |
Fruit Type*
| • | Non-Edible Fruit |
Growth Habit*
| • | Upright Growing |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Plant Type*
| • | Japanese Maple |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Moist |
| • | Tolerates High pH (Alkaline Soils) |
| • | Well-Drained |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Sun Exposure*
| • | Prefers Dappled Shade in Southern States |
Uses*
| • | Accent Plant |
| • | Landscape Specimen |
| • | Near Water Gardens or Ponds |
| • | Provides Shade |
| • | Rock Gardens |
| • | Understory Planting |
Exposure (Short)
| • | Partial Sun |
10 review(s) for EMPEROR I UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
You must be logged into your customer account to post a review for Acer palmatum 'Emperor I'.
EMPEROR I UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
Acer is easy to grow and adapts to most conditions. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer.
Interesting Notes About EMPEROR I UPRIGHT JAPANESE MAPLE
Emperor I is a standard upright grower.
Debra - Apr 17, 2012
Lawton, Oklahoma (Hardiness Zone: 7)
Just planted it on east side of house in a pot, it is about 3 feet tall with only a half inch trunk. So far so good, I love the beautiful color. It seems to love the spot I put it and it gets about 2 hours of morning sun and is in the shade the rest of the day. Love it!!!
MARK - Jun 11, 2013
Norcross, Georgia (Hardiness Zone: 7)
Amazing to get 2 PERFECT 5-6 Trees in one box in a 'smart' pot. The tree itself evidenced ZERO stress or damage. Easiest trees that I have ever planted! I am ordering 2 more!
MARK - Jun 11, 2013
Norcross, Georgia (Hardiness Zone: 7)
Amazing to get 2 PERFECT 5-6 Trees in one box in a 'smart' pot. The tree itself evidenced ZERO stress or damage. Easiest trees that I have ever planted! I am ordering 2 more!
MARK - Jun 11, 2013
Norcross, Georgia (Hardiness Zone: 7)
Amazing to get 2 PERFECT 5-6 Trees in one box in a 'smart' pot. The tree itself evidenced ZERO stress or damage. Easiest trees that I have ever planted! I am ordering 2 more!
Justin - Sep 22, 2013
Yukon, Oklahoma (Hardiness Zone: 6)
Excellent tree! Can't wait to see its first bloom in its new home!
John - Oct 16, 2013
Texas (Hardiness Zone: 7)
I paid almost twice as much from another farm before I located you. The caliper is four times larger than the others were. The plants look healthy and were well packed.
ryan - Jul 20, 2014
Illinois (Hardiness Zone: 5)
Gary - Jun 25, 2016
Wisconsin (Hardiness Zone: 3)
The EMPEROR 1 upright Japanese maple is very HARDY. I grow it in Zone 4a without Winter protection. It lived thru The winter of 2014, where it withstood 30 days of -0ºF for 33 days. It also survived that Winter with a Low of -30F. It also leafs out later too.
Zone 4.
Robin - Mar 17, 2017
Alabama (Hardiness Zone: 7)
Collin helped me with this purchase and went the extra mile to give me info and recommendations. Tree came in well packaged and was received fast. Overall, top-notch!! Highly recommend and will use again! Thanks -Robin
Lily - Jul 08, 2019
Nixa, Missouri (Hardiness Zone: 5)
I have a question . if I out this emperor 1 maple in my front yard with full sun . is it ok for the tree.?