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The muddy brown purple of summer has been replaced with a much lighter milky brown. I was waiting for a moment of translucent beauty that never came. The leaves simply dropped off! In good years the leaves turn orange before they fall. It isn't inevitable. Gordon Harris says: "The foliage of this clone is reddish in colour and another of the fine red dissectums. The leaves turn bright red and crimson in autumn." Mr Maple says: "'Brocade' is a captivating laceleaf Japanese maple with dynamic, season-long color changes. The new growth emerges in a bright orange-red, maturing to a dark red that eventually transitions to a red-green. In the summer, fresh orange-red growth adds vibrant accents, while in the fall, 'Brocade' transforms into a stunning display of bright orange to red hues. Although similar to 'Orangeola' and predating it, 'Brocade' may provide even more intense orange fall colors. 'Brocade' is one of the most heavily cascading laceleafs, with a weeping habit so pronounced that it will creep and crawl across the ground unless staked upwards. This creates a beautiful laceleaf ground cover, reaching 1-1.5 feet in height and up to 6 feet in width within 10 years. For a more dramatic effect, stake 'Brocade' to about 3-4 feet, allowing it to cascade downward and form a carpet at its base. This versatile and striking maple is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and vibrant color to your garden." |
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| 4th June 2006 | ||
