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Common Name: Twombly's Red Sentinel Japanese Maple
A new vigorous upright introduction with an unusually full columnar growth habit. Leaves emerge rich glowing red with a green star in the center of each leaf; leaves become bronze-green by mid-summer. Foliage is displayed in tight flat clusters on purple-black. Prefers partial shade to full sun and well drained soil.
Plant Type: | Deciduous Tree |
Width: | 8' |
Height: | 15' |
Fragrant: | No |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Zone: | 6 - 8 |
Deer Resistant: | Yes |
Salt Tolerant: | No |
Drought Tolerant: | No |
Exposure: | Full Sun |
Bloom Time: | Spring |
Shape: | Narrow Upright, Columnar |
Soil Type | Loamy |
Leaf Color: | Dark Red |
Fall Color: | Crimson |