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Flashfire Maple

Acer saccharum 'Flashfire' (Caddo)

Category: Deciduous Tree • Maple

Discover the vibrant Flashfire Maple, perfect for shade and seasonal color in your landscape.

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Mature Height: 40-45 feet

Mature Width: 20-30 feet

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 5-9

Maintenance: Moderate

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Fall

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Flashfire Maple is a cultivar of the Caddo Maple, known for its vibrant fall foliage that turns brilliant shades of orange and red. It is a medium-sized tree that provides excellent shade and is adaptable to various soil types.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate moisture. Prefers well-drained, fertile soils.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and moderate moisture. Adaptable to a range of pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

specimenshade tree

Special Features

Vibrant fall colorattractive bark

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for larger landscapes due to its size. Provides excellent shade and seasonal interest.

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