{"product_id":"acer-palmatum-twombly-s-red-sentinel-columnar-red-japanese-maple-35-45-inches-tall-narrow-upright-maple-tree-3-container-size","title":"Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ – Columnar Red Japanese Maple Tree in #3 Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd bold vertical beauty and vibrant year-round color to your landscape with this live Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’, a rare columnar Japanese Maple prized for its slender upright form and rich red foliage. Originally discovered in Connecticut during the 1970s, this unique ornamental maple grows tall and narrow like a living garden sculpture, making it perfect for smaller spaces, walkways, entryways, patios, and elegant border plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn spring, bright red leaves emerge with vivid color before deepening into rich maroon tones through summer. As autumn arrives, the foliage ignites into brilliant electric red, creating a striking seasonal display. With its compact width and upright habit, ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ is ideal for urban gardens, collector landscapes, and narrow planting spaces where traditional spreading maples may not fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’ tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 35–45 inches tall\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Originally grown in #3 container\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted ornamental maple\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Rare columnar upright variety\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Twombly’s Red Sentinel Japanese Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Young grafted tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Moist, rich, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; maintain even moisture during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Approximately 8–10 feet in 15 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Width: Approximately 3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Habit: Narrow upright columnar form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring Color: Bright red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer Color: Rich maroon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall Color: Brilliant electric red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and decorative containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts naturally narrow shape makes this maple ideal for tight garden spaces and entryways. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and support healthy root development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499606831236,"sku":null,"price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_30_927fbb45-4a9e-4e60-9c6e-99cb5f6a02b1.jpg?v=1783660443","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/acer-palmatum-twombly-s-red-sentinel-columnar-red-japanese-maple-35-45-inches-tall-narrow-upright-maple-tree-3-container-size","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}