Acer palmatum ‘Winter Flame’
Japanese Maple - Winter Flame
A compact version of the classic coral bark Japanese Maple ‘Sango kaku’! New pinkish-red spring shoots unfurl to small light green leaves which deepen by summer. By fall, the leaves start changing to mottled yellow-orange-red before transitioning fully to scarlet. Bright red stems are extra showy when young and during the winter months. Grows 6′ high by 3′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
| Tags | coral-bark |
Origin
Parentage unknown.
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light. Must be planted in a well protected area out of the prevailing winter winds.
Soil: Well workable, moist but well draining slightly acidic soil. Dislikes heavy clay soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed, can be done during winter up until early August.
Group: Palmatum
Being part of the coral bark family of Japanese Maples, caution is strongly recommended to be planted in a very sheltered area. Coral bark maples are very sensitive to temperature changes often leading to tissue dieback on the branches. An extremely fluctuating winter can lead to complete demise.
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