Botanical profile
Acer × pseudosieboldianum 'Final Fire'
Latin name
Acer × pseudosieboldianum 'Final Fire'
Common name
Korean Hybrid Maple ‘Final Fire’
Type
Ornamental tree
Family
Sapindaceae
Acer × pseudosieboldianum 'Final Fire', often called the Korean hybrid maple, is a small ornamental tree remarkable for its spectacular foliage and great hardiness. A cross between Acer palmatum and Acer pseudosieboldianum, it combines the elegance of Japanese maples with better cold resistance. Its graceful, spreading habit showcases finely cut leaves, soft green in spring, turning scarlet red in autumn, offering a true seasonal fireworks display. Ideal as a specimen tree, in borders, or in small gardens, it adapts well to harsh climates while maintaining a delicate appearance. Its moderate growth and relatively simple maintenance make it an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a refined and durable touch.
Plant information
Plant
identification
identification
Common nameKorean Hybrid Maple ‘Final Fire’
Latin nameAcer × pseudosieboldianum 'Final Fire'
FamilySapindaceae
TypeOrnamental tree
Plant
description
description
Acer × pseudosieboldianum 'Final Fire', often called the Korean hybrid maple, is a small ornamental tree remarkable for its spectacular foliage and great hardiness. A cross between Acer palmatum and Acer pseudosieboldianum, it combines the elegance of Japanese maples with better cold resistance. Its graceful, spreading habit showcases finely cut leaves, soft green in spring, turning scarlet red in autumn, offering a true seasonal fireworks display. Ideal as a specimen tree, in borders, or in small gardens, it adapts well to harsh climates while maintaining a delicate appearance. Its moderate growth and relatively simple maintenance make it an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a refined and durable touch.
Soil
and care
and care
ExposurePartial sun to full sun
Soil
Rich, fresh and well-drained
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Low, in spring if needed
Appearance,
season
and garden
season
and garden
Bloom period
Spring
Flower colorSubtle purplish red
Foliage colorGreen turning scarlet in autumn
Habit / shape
Spread out and rounded
Fruiting
Discrete, unornamental winged samaras
Wildlife appealFALSE
Size
and facts
and facts
Height5 m (16 ft)
Spread4 m (13 ft)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature−28,9 °C à −23,3 °C
Foliage typeObsolete
PetsPet friendly
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Safe for pets
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