Acer palmatum 'Herbstfeuer'

Also Known As

Herbstfeuer Japanese Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 15'-20'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer palmatum 'Herbstfeuer' plant details

Acer palmatum 'Herbstfeuer' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Herbstfeuer'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Herbstfeuer'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Acer palmatum 'Herbstfeuer' - A cross from Germany of Acer palmatum X Acer circinatum. Palmatum 5 lobed leaves but fat with disk like leaves. Stems are purple red. The name in translation means 'Autumn Fire'. Excellent fall color, nice hardy tree.

By: Kigi Nursery

PALMATUM, green . The name is of German derivation and translated, means "autumn fire," so I bet you can guess what the fall color is! Broad and dense growing, this tree will be a densely branched, broad shrub. Beautiful 7-lobed, dark green leaves are held on royal purple stems. This plant grows 12-24" a year.