Plants in family sapindaceae
Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'
A deciduous tree that grows in USDA zones 5-8, it prefers full sun to part shade and slightly acidic, well-drained soil. It grows 15-25 feet tall and 20 feet wide with a growth rate of 1-2 feet per year. The leaves are bright scarlet red in fall and red-green in spring and summer. Winter pruning is recommended, and it cannot tolerate hot summer heat.
Koelreuteria paniculata
Koelreuteria paniculata, also known as the golden rain tree, is a four-seasons ornamental tree with yellow blooms and a distinctive Chinese lantern seed display. It features an umbrella-shaped canopy and orange-yellow fall color, making it a popular choice for urban forestry. This tree is drought-tolerant, fast-growing, and adaptable to various soil types, providing a tough and easy-care option for landscapes.
Acer palmatum 'Orangeola'
Acer palmatum 'Orangeola' is a Japanese maple with vibrant orange-red leaves and delicate, cascading branches. It can reach up to 10 feet tall and thrives in partial shade to full sun. This tree prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil and is known for its finely cut leaves that change color with the seasons.
Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'
Acer rubrum 'Brandywine' is a medium-sized maple tree with stunning reddish-purple foliage in fall. Developed by the United States National Arboretum, this male selection does not produce helicopter seeds and grows up to 3 feet per year. It reaches 25 to 35 feet tall and 15 to 25 feet wide, thriving in full sun.
Acer palmatum 'Inaba Shidare'
Acer palmatum 'Inaba Shidare' is a deciduous tree with cascading branches and vibrant red leaves. It grows 10-15 feet tall and wide and thrives in partial shade with well-drained soil. This tree is cold hardy in zones 5-8.
Aesculus pavia
Aesculus pavia, commonly known as the red buckeye, is a native deciduous tree with vivid scarlet tubular flowers that can reach up to 9 inches long. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, making it a lively addition to any garden. This tree grows well in sun or partial shade and thrives in a variety of soil types. It is disease and pest resistant, with leaves that emerge burgundy-red and turn dark green. Moderately drought-tolerant, it is a resilient and visually striking tree.
Acer palmatum 'Tamukeyama'
This deciduous tree has bright red leaves in spring, turning dark burgundy and crimson in summer and fall. It has lacy, elongated foliage with deep lobes and deep red bark with cascading branches. It grows in USDA zones 5-8, prefers full sun to partial sunlight, and reaches 6-10 feet tall and 10-12 feet wide at maturity.
Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor'
Acer palmatum 'Red Emperor' is a deciduous tree with bright red foliage that persists throughout the year. It has an upright growth habit and is slightly more heat tolerant than the Bloodgood Maple. This tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers slightly acidic, well-draining soil. It grows 2-3 feet per year, reaching a mature size of 10-15 feet tall and wide.
Acer rubrum 'Hosr'
Acer rubrum 'Hosr', or Red Maple, is a fast-growing deciduous tree with a narrow, dense growth habit. It is known for its vibrant red leaves in spring, dark purplish-green foliage in summer, and striking yellow and orange colors in fall. This tree is adaptable to urban environments and wet soil conditions, making it suitable for a variety of landscapes. It can grow up to 6 feet per year, reaching a mature height of 35 to 40 feet. It thrives in USDA zones 3-9 and provides excellent shade.
Acer rubrum 'October Glory'
Acer rubrum 'October Glory' is a fast-growing red maple cultivar prized for its vibrant fall foliage. The tree reaches 40 to 50 feet in height and 25 to 35 feet in width, with a growth rate of 1 to 2 feet per year. It produces tiny red flowers in spring and 'helicopter seeds' in autumn. This maple is tolerant of various soil types and prefers slightly acidic, moist conditions.
Aesculus parviflora
Aesculus parviflora, commonly known as the bottlebrush buckeye, is a deciduous shrub with showy spring flower spires and palm-shaped foliage. It attracts pollinators and hummingbirds, providing erosion control and bird-friendly nesting. Cold-hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8, it prefers shade to part shade and is drought-tolerant once established. Its yellow fall color adds seasonal interest, making it a versatile choice for naturalistic landscapes.
Acer rubrum 'Magnificent Magenta'
Acer rubrum 'Magnificent Magenta' is a deciduous tree celebrated for its brilliant red to burgundy fall color. It features a symmetrical branching habit and a compact, well-shaped crown, making it ideal for street plantings and small landscapes. The tree is heat and drought tolerant, adding to its versatility in various environments.
Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'
Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' is a dense shade tree known for its dark purple-maroon leaves that last all summer. It produces petite yellow flowers in spring and is hardy, tolerating urban environments well.
Acer palmatum 'Tsuma Gaki'
Acer palmatum 'Tsuma Gaki' is a Japanese maple known for its yellow-green lobes with red tips and vibrant red and yellow fall coloration. It produces petite reddish-purple flowers and grows to a height of 6-9 feet with an upright oval canopy. This tree prefers partial shade in hotter zones and requires well-drained soil with regular moisture.
Acer palmatum 'Waterfall'
Acer palmatum 'Waterfall' is a Japanese maple with cascading, weeping branches and finely dissected, vibrant green leaves that turn fiery gold with crimson tips in fall. It is deer-resistant and thrives in full sun or part shade, making it suitable for bonsai and garden landscapes.
Acer palmatum 'Jeddeloh Orange'
Acer palmatum 'Jeddeloh Orange' is a deciduous ornamental shrub with lacy leaves that display fiery orange color in spring, transitioning to orange-red tinted green in summer and bright orange in fall. Hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9, it prefers part shade and well-drained soil.
Acer palmatum 'Fireglow'
Acer palmatum 'Fireglow' is a Japanese maple with fire-red foliage that lasts all season. This upright tree grows 8 to 10 feet tall and 12 to 15 feet wide, making it wider than it is tall. It is heat and cold-hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9 and prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil with consistent moisture. Its intense wine-red leaf color adds dramatic interest to landscapes.
Aesculus flava
Aesculus flava, known for its upright yellow blooms in spring, is an excellent shade tree with dark green, pleated compound leaves that turn bright orange in fall. It is urban tolerant and resists leaf scorch.
Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame'
Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame' is a small maple tree known for its vibrant red foliage in autumn. It features pale yellow flowers in spring and a rounded crown. This deciduous tree is hardy and adaptable, making it a popular choice for ornamental gardens.
Acer palmatum 'Karasu Gawa'
Acer palmatum 'Karasu Gawa' is a Japanese maple with striking spring foliage that emerges hot pink, speckled with pink, white, and green. This small tree grows to about 6-8 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide, preferring morning sun and afternoon shade. It thrives in well-drained soil with regular moisture and is hardy in USDA zones 5-7.
Acer platanoides 'Royal Red'
Acer platanoides 'Royal Red' is a dense shade tree with maroon red foliage that remains vibrant throughout the season. It is heat tolerant, moderately drought-resistant, and adaptable to various soil conditions, including those with air pollution. This tree provides a striking maroon color in summer, transitioning to yellowish-brown in fall.