SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer circinatum 'Burgundy Jewel'

COMMON NAME: Burgundy Jewel Vine Maple, Burgundy Jewel Japanese Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 10+ feet tall x 6+ feet wide at maturity

GROWTH RATE: Slow to Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5a-9b

EXPOSURE: Full sun to part shade; in hot-summer climates, morning sun with dappled or afternoon shade

WATER & SOIL: Tolerant of various soil moistures and textures. Requires supplemental water during drought conditions.

HABIT (FORM): Upright Vase; can be multi-stemmed or pruned to a small tree

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Deep Burgundy shades in spring, Coppery Red and Green in summer, Brilliant Orange to Scarlet Red and Burgundy in fall

FLOWERS: N/A

PLANT ORIGIN: western North America

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a food source for local insects and wildlife.

FERTILIZING: Not necessary, but may apply organic compost in the spring. Fertilization can lead to excessive growth.

PRUNING: No pruning is necessary. May remove dead branches when needed. If shaping is desired, may be trimmed during dormancy.

TOXICITY FLAGS: Not generally considered toxic to pets.

USES: Specimen, Fall Color