The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Sherwood Flame Japanese maple

Family: Aceraceae (maple family)

Distribution: Species native to e. Asia

Hardiness: USDA Zone 5

Life form: Deciduous tree

Comments: A deciduous, broadly rounded small tree with burgundy summer foliage, changing to red in fall. Said to be more heat resistant than many other selections. Grows 15' high and wide. Plant in a north or northeast location with light shade. Nice specimen, accent or part of screen.