ACER palmatum 'Fireglow'

Commonly known as Japanese maple

Deep purple-red foliage similar to 'Bloodgood' but considered to be an improved form

Specimen

Pot size - 7.5 to 10 Litre - Click to view photo

Delivery Normally 3 - 5 days
Courier Only due to the size of this plant.
Due to limitations imposed by couriers, taller items might have to pruned to reduce height prior to dispatch.

Click & Collect Ready in 3 - 5 days

£100.00 each

Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close

Good to know
Similar to 'Bloodgood'. Leaves are less finely divided and colour is more intense. Maximum size in about 20 years
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, mites, scale insects, caterpillars, Verticillium wilt, leaf scorch, honey fungus.
Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan
Deciduous
Patio / pot plants
Suitable for small gardens
Fully hardy
Purple
Height
4m (13ft)
Spread
4m (13ft)
Tall Shrub
Vigorous, upright, well-branched shrub. Inconspicuous flowers in spring. Winged fruits in autumn
Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

Late autumn to midwinter
Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
Autumn Seasonal Interest
Spring Seasonal Interest
Summer Seasonal Interest
Fertile moist well-drained soil
Partial shade
Shelter from cold winds and late frosts