Tatarian Maple | Acer tataricum 'Hotwings'

Tatarian Maple | Acer tataricum 'Hotwings'There's no ignoring this tree! As well as the vivid reds and golden yellows of its autumn foliage, deciduous Hotwings is covered with masses of scarlet winged fruits in summer (hence the name) Green white flowers appear in upright panicles throughout spring Broad glossy leaves up to 10cm long, bright green in spring and summer before turning red and gold as the seeds fade to brown and fall A beautiful and compact specimen tree all year round, ideal

The flowers are followed by small red or black fruits

the highlight of this cherry is its ornamental bark with glossy-mahogany brown to copper-red colour

it's like the apple in Snow White

Known as Crown Imperials

heart shaped leaves that emerge with a red-purple tint and mature to fresh green

Makes fantastic jams

deep green leaves during early and midsummer

Bred by W Kordes' Söhne and introduced in 2021 (hence the optimistic name

sheltered border

ideal for edging paths and sunny borders

floral display in borders

The blossoms are a big hit with pollinating insects like bees and butterflies