Acer wuyuanense The Chocolate Maple

Acer wuyuanense is a Chinese maple species with deeply lobed, palmate leaves that emerge in rich chocolate-brown tones in early spring before transitioning to deep green during the growing season. Fall color ranges from yellow to orange to red. This medium-sized tree typically reaches 12-15 feet in height within ten years, making it suitable for gardens where a modest-scaled specimen is desired.