At full maturity, 'Purple Ghost' will reach around 10 feet tall with dense, upright branches. The 'Purple Ghost' Japanese maple will grow well in USDA zones 6 through 9, and prefers full sun or ...

Where to plant your Japanese maple tree will depend on the cultivar you select. Smaller cultivars that mature at 6 to 8 feet can be used as foundation plants, in effect serving as large shrubs.