SCIENTIFIC NAME: Acer circinatum 'Pacific Fire'

COMMON NAME: Pacific Fire Vine Maple, Oregon Vine Maple

GARDEN SIZE: 12-18 feet tall x 10-15 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5-9

EXPOSURE: Morning Sun, Dappled Shade, Afternoon Shade, All Day Filtered Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Upright, broad vase shape

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; spring growth emerges purple and red, transitions to light green or chartreuse, with fall colors of yellow, orange, and red

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