Acer palmatum 'Firecracker'Commonly known as the Japanese maple, Acer palmatum has been cultivated in Japan for centuries. Over 1000 cultivars now exist, chosen for their particularly distinct foliage and fairly small root systems, which mean the plants dont become invasive where they are planted. Acer palmatum Firecracker' boasts deeply lobed red leaves, first emerging in a bright red before fading into hues of red,green and purple, which then turn into bright orange shades in