Flame Amur Maple

Acer ginnala 'Flame'

Planted 2008

This small tree, as the name suggests, is best known for its fiery fall color. It is low maintenance, and it grows best in full sun to part shade. It is prone to iron chlorosis in heavy, clay soils, and if overwatered.

Amur Maple
Close up of Amur Maple leaf
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
15-18 ft. 15-18 ft. 3-8 Moderate Moderate

Leaf

Green, three-lobed leaves, with the middle lobe being the largest.

Fruit

Red samaras.

Flower

Clusters of small, white, fragrant flowers.

Advantages

Striking fall color, low maintenance, and transplants easily.

Disadvantages

Iron chlorosis.