An oval to round-headed, deciduous tree about 3m tall. The 3-5 lobed palmate are leaves to 10cm long. The new spring growth is reddish-green, maturing to bright green in summer, then turning brilliant, fiery red in autumn if the weather is reliably cold. Upright clusters of tiny red flowers are borne in spring followed by dark red winged fruits in autumn. This selection keep its autumn tones for longer than other cultivars and its canopy especially symmetrical in shape.
• Maples are hardy but do best in a spot sheltered from strong winds. Red- and purple-leaved cultivars need some sun to fully develop their dark hues
• These trees do best in a neutral to slightly acidic humus-rich, well-drained soils. They will be fine in most soils that are not waterlogged or very dry in summer
