Ironwood Tree vs Flame Amur Maple - TreeTime.ca

Ironwood Tree vs Flame Amur Maple

Ostrya virginiana

Acer ginnala Flame

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON - MIGHT RETURN

NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON - MIGHT RETURN

Ironwood Tree
Flame Amur Maple

Ironwood Tree is one of the strongest and most resilient trees you will find in North America. In fact, it has the hardest and most dense wood of any North American tree. Prized for its oval shaped canopy and showy winter trunk, this striking shade tree will make a beautiful addition to any yard. Make sure you do not plant near roads as it is highly salt sensitive.

A selection of the Amur Maple, the Flame Amur Maple has a brilliant red fall color. The leaves emerge bright green and turn a fiery red in autumn. The seeds on the Flame Amur maple are also a pleasant red color, adding color interest to your yard or garden.

Ironwood Tree Quick Facts

Flame Amur Maple Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 5 m (16 ft)
Light: any
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: low


Fall colour: bright red
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


Native to: ON, QC, NS, NB, PE