Finely cut foliageflame red to fiery orange in autumngood in dappled shadeastonishingly beautiful this slow growing variety of japanese maple makes a spectacular specimen tree with a pleasing rounded habit its finely cut foliage creates a delicate lacy effect transforming from flame red to fiery orange as autumn progresses acer palmatum var dissectum 39rubrum39 is perfect for borders and containers choose a sheltered spot in dappled shade where its feathery leaves will be protected