Hot Wings™ Tatarian Maple

Light Needs

Full Sun

(At Least 6 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

15-18 Feet

Mature Spread

12-15 Feet

Growing Zones

4 to 10

The Hot Wings™ Tatarian Maple is a small ornamental tree that adds bold color and striking charm to any landscape. Famous for its brilliant red samaras (winged seeds) that look like tiny “hot wings” in summer, this tree also provides silver-green foliage in spring and summer that transforms into fiery shades of orange and red in fall.

With a compact size of 15–20 feet tall and wide, it’s an excellent choice for smaller yards, front landscapes, or as an accent in larger garden designs. Hardy, adaptable, and low maintenance, it’s a standout tree that delivers four-season interest.

Hot Wings™ Tatarian Maple Care

Plant in full sun to partial shade for the best color and canopy growth. This maple thrives in well-drained soils but adapts easily to clay, loam, or sandy conditions, as long as drainage is good. Water regularly the first few years until established; afterward, it tolerates occasional dry spells.

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage strong growth. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the canopy and remove any damaged or crossing branches. Generally resistant to pests and diseases, Hot Wings™ is hardy in USDA Zones 3–8, making it one of the most versatile ornamental trees available.

Hot Wings™ Tatarian Maple Spacing

With its manageable mature size of 15–20 feet, allow 15–20 feet between trees when planting multiple specimens. For use as an accent in a small yard, a single tree works beautifully in limited space without overwhelming nearby plantings. When planted in groupings for a larger landscape display, maintain 18–20 feet on center to highlight the fiery samaras and glowing fall foliage.

Why Grow Hot Wings™ Tatarian Maple?

• Striking red samaras (“hot wings”) in summer for unique ornamental interest

• Compact size (15–20 feet) perfect for small yards and tight spaces

• Brilliant orange and red fall foliage

• Hardy and adaptable in USDA Zones 3–8

• Tolerates a wide range of soils and conditions

• Low-maintenance with minimal pest or disease concerns

The Hot Wings™ Tatarian Maple is the perfect small ornamental tree to add color, character, and seasonal excitement to your landscape, proving that big beauty can come in a compact package.