Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' Red Upright Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' is the Perfect Red Upright Japanese Maple for Any Yard Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' is the perfect name for this small upright Japanese maple introduced by Nurseries Gilardelli in Italy. The large, broad leaves emerge more dark red than purple in spring and are thinner than other cultivars making them somewhat translucent. If sited where it can be viewed with the rising or setting sun behind it the leaves will glow a bright red. If you are watching when the sun gets to the proper angle it looks like someone turned on an electrical switch and the tree was lit. Fall color is constantly bright red. 'Fireglow' is a moderate growing upright Japanese maple. 'Fireglow' will grow close to a foot per year eventually reaching 10 to 12 feet tall. 'Fireglow' will grow with a vase-shape structure with the canopy spreading out about 4 to 6 feet wide. Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' is an excellent Japanese maple tree that can grow in just about any condition. 'Fireglow' should grow well in zones 4 through 10 and will handle full sun in pretty much any climate. 'Fireglow' is one of the best upright growing Japanese maples for full sun and warmer climates. 7 Gallons are 4 feet tall or less and rootballs will need to be broken up to fit in shipping boxes. What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Height: 10-12 feet Width: 4-6 feet What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Dark Red What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Burgundy What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Bright Red What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Broad Leaf What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Full Sun What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Zones 4-10 What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Upright Japanese Maple What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'? Moderate Growing Upright Japanese Maple How should Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' be planted? Elevated in Well Drained Soil