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Acer palmatum 'Fireball' Dwarf Japanese Maple

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Original price $35.00 - Original price $180.00
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Selected Size: 1 gallon




Acer palmatum 'Fireball'
Fireball Dwarf Japanese Maple

Zones 5-9


'Fireball' is an interesting new red dwarf. It was found as a witches' broom near Cedarville, New Jersey, making this maple fairly cold tolerant. In the ground, 'Fireball' can withstand temperatures down to -15°F. In 15 years, this tree will reach 5 ft tall by 4 ft wide. Due to its small stature, this Japanese maple is ideal for fairy gardens, rail-road gardens, rock gardens, small conifer beds, and container planting.

It leafs out a bright cherry red in the early spring, transforming to a deep maroon by mid-spring. All new growth on top is a bright cherry red overtop of this deep maroon. Some green-red tones appear by late spring, creating a wonderful contrast of colors. The name 'Fireball' is very fitting. In the fall, this Japanese maple will light up your yard when its leaves transform to a bright fire-engine red. 

Limited Quantities Available !! As we have over a thousand cultivars of Japanese maples, we often do not have many of each cultivar. We recommend that you buy the Japanese maples you want immediately as we often sell out of certain selections.

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judywind050@gmail.com
Healthy and well packaged

Both arrived very quickly, healthy and very well packaged. They’re in the dormant stage now, however I look forward to seeing how beautiful they are. Very satisfied with the MrMaple team.

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John Goodenow
Fireball

Very nice small tree, perfect addition to my collection. Awaiting spring.

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BP in Raleigh
Can't wait for spring!

Tree arrived via FedEx, along with 2 conifers, just over 24 hours after placing my order (Raleigh is ~150 miles from the nursery)! Impressive how well packaged each tree was, each with care and pride. Even without any leaves at this time of year, the tree is very healthy with buds that are ready to leaf out come spring. Moved to a large pot for now and will get in the ground soon. I am as eager as the tree to see what it does. Thank you!

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Michael Ricuito
Fireball is the Bomb!

Great little red leaf. It arrived timely and in great condition as usual. It has already started leafing out a bit in the short time that I've had it. It is going to make a great addition to our backyard garden. We're already making plans for our next Mr. Maple purchase.

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Michael Ricuito
Fireball is the Bomb!

Great little red leaf. It arrived timely and in great condition as usual. It has already started leafing out a bit in the short time that I've had it. It is going to make a great addition to our backyard garden. We're already making plans for our next Mr. Maple purchase.