Hot Wings Tatarian Maple

Bright red samaras

Botanical Name- Acer tataricum 'GarAnn'

Pronunciation- AY-ser tuh-TAR-ih-kum

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 24 ft

Mature Height- 20 ft

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils, except very wet

Current Size- 8'

Bloom Color- White

Bloom Time- Spring

Companion Plants-

Fauna Attracted- Bees (early-season pollen), various pollinating flies, migratory songbirds (for seeds)

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PD3 S3

Yearly Care Instructions- Remove damaged or crossing branches in late winter. Tolerates some drought once established but benefits from occasional deep watering. Fertilize in early spring if needed.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter, focusing on removing suckers and damaged limbs. Light shaping can maintain a neat form.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 10-5-5) in spring just before bud break; moderate to high feeding need for younger trees. In clay, use compost to improve aeration and nutrient availability.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone

Possible Issues- Verticillium wilt, aphids, leaf scorch, anthracnose