Acer shirasawanum 'Red Wing' Japanese Maple Acer japonicum It was distributed at a

It was distributed at a National Meeting of the North American Branch of the Maple Society and became a favorite among gardeners

The needles are quite short

Matt and Tim love looking through seedling Japanese maples to find unique variations

This vigorous dwarf has a tight and compact habit reaching 4ft tall and wide in 10 years

I do recommend giving 'Early Light' protection from the hot afternoon sun

Acer shirasawanum 'Red Wing' Japanese Maple Acer japonicum It was distributed at aAcer shirasawanum 'Red Wing' Full Moon Japanese Maple Zones 5 9 'Red Wing' is beautiful slow growing full moon Japanese Maple. The round green leaves are quite attractive individually, creating a nice layered look overall. 'Red Wing' develops seeds as it ages and by late summer to early fall the seeds are a bright red with contrast so nicely with the leaves. This is where 'Red Wing' gets its name. Fall colors range from orange to red on 'Red Wing'.