Acer palmatum 'Wildfire', Japanese Maple wind-tolerant with curious irregular pods in

with curious irregular pods in fall that hold shiny brown seeds within (like a horse chestnut)

the better-appreciated if planted on an elevated bank or in a sizeable pot

but the nutlets that they give way to are interesting in combination with its unusual foliage

Apparently

New Spring leaves emerge with a velvety blend of burgundy-purple

Acer palmatum 'Wildfire', Japanese Maple wind-tolerant with curious irregular pods inSmall, bright green leaves turn to yellows, reds, golds in fall. The bare tree is just as, if not more, showy: bark ranges from yellow orange at the base to bright orange red at outer branches. Striking. Mature size: 15 ft T x 15 ft W Minimum temperature: 20 F