Botanical profile

Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'

Latin name
Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'
Common name
Japanese Maple 'Fireglow'
Type
TREE
Family
Sapindaceae

Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' is a Japanese maple notable for its bright, vivid red foliage, which catches the sunlight and creates a vibrant effect throughout the season. More compact than 'Bloodgood', it maintains an elegant, upright shape, perfect for smaller gardens, solitary plantings, or containers. In autumn, its foliage turns a fiery red, enhancing its visual impact. 'Fireglow' is prized for its sun resistance, stable color, and ease of maintenance, making it a prime choice for a colorful and refined ornamental garden.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended - use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Soil type
Slightly acidic, rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Red
Fruiting
Small dark red samaras.
Foliage color
Red
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Tree-like
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3 to 4 m (10 to 13 feet)
Width
3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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