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Moonfire Japanese Maple-Vibrant Red Foliage 2-2.5" cal B&B

Moonfire Japanese Maple-Vibrant Red Foliage 2-2.5" cal B&B

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Acer palmatum 'Moonfire' Information Page
Acer palmatum 'Moonfire' - Plant Catalog

Acer palmatum 'Moonfire'

Description

The Acer palmatum 'Moonfire' is a stunning Japanese Maple known for its vibrant, deep red foliage that turns a brilliant crimson in the fall. This deciduous tree is prized for its elegant, rounded canopy and delicate, palmate leaves. It is an excellent choice for adding color and texture to gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a specimen tree in gardens, as a focal point in landscape designs, or in mixed borders. It can also be grown in large containers for patios or decks, providing a striking visual element throughout the seasons.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Acer palmatum 'Moonfire'
  • Common Name Common Name: Moonfire Japanese Maple
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 15-20 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in a location with well-drained soil.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as it was in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds and afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.
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