Acer palmatum ‘Wildfire’ Japanese Maple | Rare Coral Bark, Four-Season Color, 1 - #1 Container Plant

About This Plant

Acer palmatum ‘Wildfire’ is a rare coral-bark Japanese maple featuring chartreuse-green foliage in spring and summer, transitioning to golden yellow and fiery orange in autumn. Winter bark displays warm golden-yellow lower branches and fiery red upper branches, creating a dramatic flame-like effect after leaf drop. This young, upright tree develops into a refined small tree reaching approximately 15 feet tall in 20 years.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 1 live Acer palmatum ‘Wildfire’ Japanese Maple
✔️ Originally grown in #1 container
✔️ Healthy, rooted ornamental maple tree
✔️ Rare coral bark variety
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

Common Name: Wildfire Japanese Maple
Botanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Wildfire’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Young established tree
Sun Requirements: Partial sun to filtered sunlight
Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture
Mature Height: Approximately 15 feet in 20 years
Growth Habit: Upright graceful branching tree
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 6–9
Spring & Summer Foliage: Chartreuse-green leaves
Fall Color: Golden yellow to rich orange
Winter Bark Color: Yellow-orange lower bark with fiery red upper branches
Special Features: Outstanding winter interest and rare bark coloration
Container Friendly: Yes, while young and suitable for patios or decorative containers

Perfect Landscape Uses

• Four-season ornamental gardens
• Japanese-inspired landscapes
• Winter interest plantings
• Patio specimen tree
• Collector maple gardens

Care Tip

Morning sun with afternoon shade helps preserve vibrant foliage and bark color in warmer climates. Mulch around the base to maintain cool, evenly moist roots.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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