Glowing Embers Japanese Maple

Glowing Embers Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Glowing Embers')

Glowing Embers Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Glowing Embers') is a vigorous, heat tolerant selection valued for a dense, upright rounded canopy and exceptional fall color that shifts from orange to scarlet and crimson; classic medium sized leaves hold clean green in summer, then ignite in autumn, making a reliable specimen for lawns, borders, and entries.

Distinctive Features

'Glowing Embers' is noted for strong branch structure, good sun tolerance for a green type, and consistent, long lasting fall displays even in warm climates; the symmetrical framework reads tidy year round and typically matures to a medium small tree.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade; provide afternoon protection in very hot regions.
• Soil: Moist, well drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter.
• Water: Moderate and consistent; avoid drought and waterlogged soil.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8.
• Mature Size: 15 to 20 ft tall, 12 to 18 ft wide.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Fiery fall canopy anchors lawns and island beds.
• Entry Gardens: Frames walks and patios with shade and structure.
• Mixed Borders: Pairs well with conifers and evergreen backdrops.
• Urban Gardens: Handles reflected heat better than many maples.
• Near Water Features: Autumn color reflects beautifully by ponds and streams.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Deep soak during dry spells to maintain steady moisture.
• Pruning: Light structural pruning in late winter to maintain form; avoid heavy midsummer cuts.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring.
• Mulching: 2 to 3 inches over the root zone to conserve moisture and moderate temperature; keep mulch off the trunk.
• Notes: Provide airflow to reduce scorch and foliar disease; generally resilient in well drained soil.

Why Choose Glowing Embers Japanese Maple?

• Outstanding Fall Color: Reliable orange to scarlet to crimson display.
• Heat Tolerant: Performs well where summers are warm.
• Strong Structure: Dense branching and balanced form suit many designs.
• Versatile Placement: Works as specimen, pair, or in mixed borders.
• Low Maintenance: Dependable performance with modest care.

For peak color and vigor, site in bright light with light afternoon shade in hot climates and maintain consistent, well drained soil moisture.