The 'Bloodgood' Japanese Maple tree is an ideal deciduous tree for smaller yards. Most people use them as specimen trees, although they are also used in bonsai. They bloom in spring, and this is when the red in their foliage is often at its brightest. The color darkens in summer to burgundy, or even darker. The leaves can become showier in autumn than in summer, making the foliage attractive for a full three seasons of the year. In late spring, this tree develops double-winged samaras that redden as they mature and add some ornamental value to the plant. This common tree may reach a height of 20 feet (with a similar spread) at maturity but is a slow grower. (USDA Zones 4-8b)