Acer palmatum Riley Emperor 1 or as a winter specimen

or as a winter specimen close to a path where the fragrance can be enjoyed

Discovered as a chance seedling by Vermeulen & Sons Nursery and formerly known as ‘Rila’s Red’

‘Merlot’ was bred for compact size and resilience

forming a broad

Acer palmatum Riley Emperor 1 or as a winter specimenA striking upright Japanese maple from Jeddeloh Farms (Oregon), introduced in honor of Riley Waters. Its foliage opens bright red in spring, deepens to rich maroon through summer, and finishes in fiery orange red in autumn. It grows to about 3 m over 10 years. SPECIFICATIONS Location: Full sun, half shade Height: up to 3m Width: up to 2m Fall colour: Red, orange