Dark Chocolate cultivars

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  1. DougieMapleSeed

    DougieMapleSeed Active Member

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    I had an Acer p. ssp. matsumurae seedling which would turn such a dark purple red that it was almost black during the summer months. It also had contrasting green veins. Unfortunately it died before I could propagate it. I'm looking for recommendations for cultivars of any Japanese maple which have a similar coloration. Any suggestions?
     
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    Here's the seedling
     

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    Also the second flush of growth would come out bright red against the darkened first flush creating a striking contrast.
     
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    Contrasting 2nd flush...
     

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    ROEBUK Generous Contributor Maple Society 10 Years

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    Might want to try these? Koriba comes out a very deep dark plum then goes burgundy tinged with green then a stunning orange/red in the fall
    Mirte comes out a beautiful chocolate brown , then olive and again a stunning orange fall colour , very large leaves as well.
     

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    Tsukushigata would fit the bill.
     
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    Thank you for the suggestions
     

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