Acer palmatum var. dissectum ‘Stella Rossa’ has a weeping form with delicate and lacy foliage. It produces deep-red new growth that matures into dark purple-red leaves during the summer, which it retains well. Acer palmatum var. dissectum ‘Stella Rossa’ also displays bright-red autumn leaves. It prefers to grow in moist and well-drained soils, but it may suffer leaf scorch from excess sun, wind, and drought. Acer palmatum var. dissectum ‘Stella Rossa’ is cold hardy and suitable for bonsai cultivation. Acer palmatum is deciduous and native to Japan, Korea, China, eastern Mongolia, and southeast Russia. Learn more about Acer palmatum.