Botanical profile

Acer saccharum ‘Fall Fiesta’

Latin name
Acer saccharum ‘Fall Fiesta’
Common name
Sugar Maple ‘Fall Fiesta’
Type
Shade tree
Family
Sapindaceae

Acer saccharum ‘Fall Fiesta’ is a spectacular ornamental sugar maple selected for its vibrant autumn foliage, which transitions through shades of yellow, orange, and bright red, creating a colorful focal point in beds, driveways, or large gardens. This cultivar develops an elegant, well-structured pyramidal silhouette, ideal for adding verticality and seasonal presence to landscape designs. Very hardy and long-lasting, it prefers a sunny to partial shade exposure and fertile, moist, well-drained soil, where it thrives without specific requirements. Its steady growth and prolonged visual interest make it an excellent choice for residential or public landscapes seeking color, structure, and seasonal appeal.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to regular
Fertilization
Balanced spring salad
Soil type
Deep, cool, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-40 °C (-40 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Discrete / unornamented
Fruiting
Decorative samaras (non-edible)
Foliage color
Green → yellow, orange, red (autumn)
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Pyramidal / Upright
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
9–12 m (30–39 ft)
Width
6–9 m (20–30 ft)
Growth rate
Fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.