Fireglow Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'
Pronunciation: AY-ser pal-MA-tum
SKU #40036
| Description | Named for its luminescent purple-scarlet to crimson red fall colors, this selection is similar to the popular 'Bloodgood' but smaller in stature and with deeper red foliage persisting through summer. Vigorous and quite sun-tolerant, with a slow growing, upright habit. Outstanding garden or container accent specimen. Deciduous. |
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| Light | Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Watering | Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Mature Size | Reaches 6-10 ft. tall and wide in 10 years; to 20 ft. tall, 15 ft. wide with age. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Fall Color, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container |
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| Design Ideas | Plant where the fall foliage will be back-lit by the sun for superb effect. |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Care | Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed before new growth begins in spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8
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