Maple, Bloodgood Japanese MapleThe Bloodgood Japanese Maple is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown known for its stunning, deep red purple foliage turns brilliant scarlet in fall. Small non showy but attractive umbels of purplish red flowers bloom in spring followed by red samaras. Grows best in rich, moist, slightly acidic well drained soils. Prefers full sun in cooler climates, but needs afternoon shade in southern areas. One of the hardiest of Japanese maples, with good sun