Acer palmatum 'Dragon's Fire'
Also Known As
- Dragon's Fire Japanese Maple
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 3'-7'
- W: 6'-10'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Acer palmatum 'Dragon's Fire' plant details
Acer palmatum 'Dragon's Fire' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with bronze and red foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Dragon's Fire'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: sapindaceae
- Foliage: deciduous bronze and red
- Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 3 FT - 7 FT - tall
- Uses: fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Dragon's Fire'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: humidity
- Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Dragon's Fire' plant
How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Dragon's Fire'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- red
- bronze
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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