Small tree or large shrub; orange-red to purple-red fall color in many years. Single or multi-trunked. Slow growth in heavy soil. One of the most adapted maples. `Embers' and `Red Wing' (similar to species with scarlet-red samaras and scarlet-red fall color; iron chlorosis can be a problem). `Flame' (less hardy than species; good red fall color). Tatarian Maple - Slightly larger and coarser with duller foliage. Golden fall color; beautiful reddish-rose samaras. Reputed to have better tolerance to alkaline soil.