Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ Live Japanese Maple - 18-24", #1 Container, Upright Columnar Tree

About This Plant

Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ is a columnar Japanese Maple with a narrow upright form and vibrant red foliage. In spring, leaves emerge bright red and deepen to maroon through summer, then turn vivid electric red in autumn. This deciduous ornamental tree provides year-round color and structure with a small footprint, ideal for narrow spaces and container plantings.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 1 live Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ tree ✔️ Height: approximately 18–24 inches tall ✔️ Grown in #1 nursery container ✔️ Healthy, rooted Japanese Maple ✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

• Common Name: Twombly’s Red Sentinel Japanese Maple
• Botanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’
• Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
• Growth Stage: Young container-grown tree
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Height: Approximately 8–10 feet
• Mature Width: Approximately 3 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 5–9
• Container Friendly: Yes when young

Care Tip

Provide afternoon shade in hotter climates to help preserve foliage color and reduce leaf scorch. Mulch around the root zone to maintain moisture and healthy root development.