Fireglow Japanese Maple | Deep Red Acer Palmatum Tree

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Fireglow Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'

Glowing Red Foliage That Tolerates Shade • Luminous Backlit Effect • Excellent for Woodland Settings

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Description

Fireglow Japanese Maple is prized for its ability to maintain a strong red color even in partial shade, where many other red maples would turn green. Its foliage is a glowing red that appears to light up from within, especially when backlit by the sun. It’s an excellent choice for shaded or woodland gardens.

Holds its bright red color well in partial shade, unlike many cultivars that require more sun to color up.
The name “Fireglow” refers to the luminous quality of its leaves, which seem to glow when sunlight filters through them.
Has a graceful, upright, spreading habit and turns a pleasing purple-green in fall.
Ideal for adding a punch of consistent red color to north-facing gardens or dappled shade conditions.

Quick Facts

Features:Foliage: Palmate leaves with 5-9 pointed lobes, finely serrated edges, and deep red coloration persisting through autumn.Flowers: Small, inconspicuous red blooms in spring, clustered, followed by winged samaras (helicopter seeds).Habit: Elegant, upright growth with an open, layered spherical crown.Type: Deciduous small tree, slow-growing.
Mature Height: 15-20 ft
Mature Width: 15 ft
Growth Rate: Slow
Light Needs: Partial shade; tolerates sun (leaf scorch rare).
Key Advantages:Striking year-round foliage color.Low-maintenance; deer-resistant.Adaptable to shade/sun conditions.
Landscape Uses:Specimen or focal point in gardens.Asian-inspired or woodland landscapes.
Care Requirements:Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic.Water: Regular; drought-sensitive when young.Pruning: Minimal; shape in late winter.

Faqs

Q: Will it stay red in deep shade?A:It performs best inlight or dappled shade. In very deep shade, the color may become less intense and growth may be more open. It is more shade-tolerant than sun-dependent for color.

Q: Is Fireglow Japanese Maple suitable for the Bay Area climate?
A: Yes. Fireglow performs very well in Bay Area conditions when planted with good drainage and some protection from harsh afternoon sun.

Q: Does Fireglow Japanese Maple stay red in summer?
A: Yes. Fireglow is known for holding its deep red color better than many other red Japanese Maple varieties.

Q: How large does Fireglow Japanese Maple grow?
A: It typically matures as a small to medium-sized tree, making it suitable for most residential gardens.

Q: Is Fireglow Japanese Maple hard to maintain?
A: No. With proper placement and regular watering during establishment, it is considered low-maintenance.

Q: Where does Fireglow Japanese Maple look best in a landscape?
A: It works especially well as a focal tree near entrances, patios, or along walkways where its color can be appreciated up close.

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