Hot Wings® Maple (Acer tataricum ‘GarAnn’) 26

Hot Wings® Maple (Acer tataricum ‘GarAnn’) is a hardy ornamental tree known for its unique and vibrant red samaras (winged seeds) that develop in early summer, creating a striking display often mistaken for flowers. This small to medium-sized tree forms a rounded canopy with dark green foliage that provides seasonal interest and turns yellow to orange in fall.

Unlike traditional maples grown primarily for fall colour, Hot Wings® stands out for its early-season ornamental value. It is well-suited to Prairie climates due to its excellent cold hardiness and adaptability to a range of soil conditions, including drier sites once established.

This tree is ideal for residential yards, accent plantings, and smaller landscape spaces where a hardy, visually distinctive tree is desired. In Alberta, it performs reliably and requires minimal maintenance once established.