Acer palmatum 'Winter Flame' is a captivating dwarf Japanese maple renowned for its fiery red-orange winter bark, which adds stunning color to cold-season landscapes. Its delicate, finely-lobed foliage emerges bright green in spring and transforms to vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red in autumn before shedding to showcase its striking winter display. Ideal for small gardens, containers, or as a focal point in a landscape design, this slow-growing variety offers year-round interest and thrives in partial shade to full sun conditions.
- Light: Partial shade to full sun
- Water need: Moderate, consistently moist
- Growth rate: Slow
- Mature size (HxW): 6–8 ft x 4–6 ft
- Habit: Rounded, dense, compact
- Bloom/interest: Fall foliage; colorful winter bark
- Hardiness zone: 5–9
- Soil tolerance: Well-draining, slightly acidic
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate
