The leaves of the 'Emperor I' Japanese maple will emerge in spring with a rich purple hue that fades to fiery crimson before dropping in fall. This tree will survive in USDA zones 5 through 8 ...

Plant the tree and backfill with the excavated soil, then top with 1 to 2 inches of compost. Tamp the ground to remove air pockets and water well. Japanese maple trees can also be planted in a ...