The Orange Flame Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Orange Flame') is a stunning deciduous tree known for its exceptional fall color. It features delicate, palmate leaves that emerge in spring with reddish-orange tones, transition to green in summer, and then put on a spectacular show in autumn with vibrant orange-red to scarlet foliage. This variety typically grows to about 15-20 feet tall and wide at maturity, with an upright, spreading form. Prefers full sun in cooler climates, but needs afternoon shade in southern areas.
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Origins: |
East Asia |
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Height: |
15’ - 20' |
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Spread: |
15' - 20' |
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Spacing: |
15' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly. Mulch in southern climates to keep roots cool. Keep pruning to a minimum and prune in fall or winter. Potential issues include stem canker, leaf spots, fusarium, wilt, botrytis, anthracnose, and root rots. Potential insect pests include aphids, scale, borers, root weevils, and mites. Chlorosis may occur in high pH soils
LANDSCAPE USES: Group Plantings or Specimen Tree, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Gardens, Privacy Screen, and Street Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Azalea, Black Mondo Grass, Rhododendron
IMAGES: Photos by MrMaple, Orange Flame Japanese Maple.
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the imag es shown.
