Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame'
Flame Amur Maple

Previously known as:  Acer ginnala 'Flame'
Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala ′Flame′ - Overall Tree in Summer
 Family:
 Genus:
 Plant Type:
 Growth Forms:
 Hardiness:
 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Flower Notes:
Yellow (Fragrant but inconspicuous pale yellow flowers in the spring)
 Foliage Notes:
Green (Interesting green foliage in summer); Red (Fiery red fall color)
 Fruit Notes:
Red (Samaras; hang on late into fall)
 Ultimate Height:
15-20 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
15-20 feet
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 Soil Notes:
Quite adaptable to different soil types and pH levels, but prefers moist, well-drained soil
 Range:
Cultivated origin
 Maintenance:
 Diagnostic Characteristics:
Leaves opposite, simple, 1.5-3" long, 3-lobed, with a long central lobe that resembles a dagger. Samara wings nearly parallel.
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  Special Characteristics:
  • Fall Color 238
  • Patio Tree 128
  • Screen 190
  • Specimen 630

    • Additional Information

    Extremely hardy small tree with interesting foliage (elongated center lobe) and colorful fruits. Widely adapted and trouble-free. Prefers sun but tolerates some shade. Good for growth in large planters. Among first trees to leaf out. Withstands heavy pruning. Can be damaged by ice stroms. Verticillium susceptible, but rare.

    When Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame' has been observed flowering or fruiting at Purdue University

    Flowering

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    Fruiting

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    9 Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame' found

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    = Heritage plant = Memorial plant
    Number Accession ID Location
    1ORIG_9078*AMRGN
    22018_00794*AMATH
    32018_00794*BMATH
    42023_00614*CSLAYTER
    52024_00160*AMCUT
    62024_00160*BMCUT
    72024_00160*CMCUT
    82024_00160*DMCUT
    92024_00160*EMCUT

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