Maple - Japanese Fireglow

A Brilliant, Upright Japanese Maple with Intense Red Color and Exceptional Sun Tolerance

The Japanese Maple ‘Fireglow’ is a striking upright maple known for its vivid, glowing red foliage and strong, compact growth habit. Closely related to ‘Bloodgood’ but with brighter color, ‘Fireglow’ emerges deep crimson in spring and maintains excellent red tones throughout the summer, especially when grown in full sun. In fall, the foliage intensifies to fiery scarlet, creating a dramatic focal point in the landscape.

Key Features:

• Intense Red Foliage: Bright crimson-red leaves retain their color well through summer and deepen to fiery scarlet in fall.

• Sun and Heat Tolerant: Holds color better in full sun than many Japanese maple varieties.

• Hardy and Resilient: Adaptable to a wide range of conditions once established.

• Strong Upright Form: Develops a dense, well-branched canopy with excellent structure.

• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal pruning and care after establishment.

Mature Size:

• Height: 15–20 feet

• Spread: 12–15 feet

• Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Hardiness Zones:

• Zones: 5–9

Chill Hours:

• N/A

Care Instructions:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade; best color develops in full sun, especially in cooler climates.

• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter.

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment and during dry periods; avoid waterlogged soils.

• Pruning: Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to remove dead or crossing branches.

• Mulching: Mulch to retain moisture and protect shallow roots.

Landscape Uses:

• Ideal as a specimen tree or bold focal point in gardens and front yards.

• Excellent for adding strong color contrast in mixed borders and landscape designs.

• Suitable for Japanese gardens, contemporary landscapes, and formal plantings.

• Provides year-round structure with dramatic seasonal foliage color.

The Japanese Maple ‘Fireglow’ is an outstanding ornamental tree for gardeners seeking bold, reliable red color with improved sun tolerance. Its vibrant foliage, manageable size, and low-maintenance nature make it a standout choice for landscapes where strong visual impact is desired.