Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala 'Flame'
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Tried and True Recommended by 1 Professional
Common Name: Amur maple
Type: Tree
Family: Sapindaceae
Zone: 2 to 8
Height: 15 to 20 feet
Spread: 15 to 20 feet
Bloom Time: April to May
Bloom Description: Yellowish white
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Flowers: Fragrant Flowers
Leaves: Good Fall Color
Fruit: Showy Fruit
Tolerates: Clay Soil, Drought

Culture

Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to light shade. Best fall color in full sun. A vigorous grower that is very tolerant of temperature extremes. Tolerates somewhat heavy pruning and can be shaped to fit a variety of landscape uses. Transplants easily.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Amur maple is a multi-stemmed, deciduous small tree or shrub that typically grows 15' to 20' tall. Multiple trunks are common. Small clusters (to 1.5" across) of yellowish white flowers in spring are followed by red, two-winged samaras which often persist into late autumn or winter. Unlike most other maples, the flowers of Amur maple are fragrant. Toothed, 3-lobed green leaves (to 3" long) of this cultivar turn a brilliant, fiery red in autumn. This cultivar is usually grown from seed, and color variations may accordingly occur.

Problems

Susceptible to a large number of potential leaf spot diseases and insect pests, however none are considered particularly serious. Verticillium wilt has been noted as a more prevalent problem on this cultivar than on the species in general.

Garden Uses

Versatile and popular small tree or shrub that can be used in a variety of locations on residential property. Excellent as a specimen or planted in groups or as a screen.

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