Japanese Maple 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'

Japanese Maple 'Twombly's Red Sentinel' (Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel') is a narrow, columnar cultivar ideal for tight spaces or as a vertical accent. Its name reflects its upright, sentinel-like form and rich red foliage.

Leaves emerge bright red in spring, deepening to burgundy-red through summer, and turning brilliant crimson in fall. The dense, fastigiate branching creates a strong architectural element without the width of typical maples. It typically reaches 10-15 feet tall but only 3-4 feet wide.

This cultivar is a great choice for urban gardens, entryways, or mixed borders where a vertical red element is desired. It shares the cultural needs of other Japanese maples: partial shade, good drainage, and regular water.