Plant Database
Fireglow Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum ‘Fireglow’
Fireglow Japanese Maple is prized for its ability to maintain a strong red color even in partial shade, where many other red maples would turn green. Its foliage is a glowing red that appears to light up from within, especially when backlit by the sun. It’s an excellent choice for shaded or woodland gardens.
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Holds its bright red color well in partial shade, unlike many cultivars that require more sun to color up.
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The name “Fireglow” refers to the luminous quality of its leaves, which seem to glow when sunlight filters through them.
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Has a graceful, upright, spreading habit and turns a pleasing purple-green in fall.
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Ideal for adding a punch of consistent red color to north-facing gardens or dappled shade conditions.