Upright Form | Rich Red Foliage | Rare Mature Specimen | Free UK Delivery
This stunning Acer palmatum 'Twombly’s Red Sentinel' is a rare columnar Japanese maple — one of the few cultivars that naturally grows upwards in a narrow, architectural shape. At 200–220 cm tall, this mature specimen adds vertical structure, colour, and refined beauty to any garden, courtyard, or landscape feature.
Its deeply lobed, burgundy-red leaves hold colour well through summer and turn vibrant scarlet in autumn. Perfect for flanking pathways, framing entrances, or creating symmetry in formal designs, this maple’s form is hard to find at this maturity.
Product Overview
Botanical name: Acer palmatum ‘Twombly’s Red Sentinel’
Height: approx. 200–220 cm (6.5–7.2 ft)
Canopy width: approx. 100–120 cm
Form: Narrow upright/columnar
Foliage: Deep red spring to autumn, turning scarlet in autumn
Pot size: Large container-grown specimen (approx. 50–70L)
Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK
Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic or neutral
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance: Low – natural form needs no shaping
Key Features
Columnar growth – perfect for narrow spaces or formal planting
Premium size and maturity – ready to plant with full impact
Deep red foliage holds colour well through the growing season
Low maintenance – compact, slow-growing, and naturally upright
Free UK-wide delivery included
Where to Use This Tree
Along fences, walls, or narrow borders
Framing doorways or walkways
In pairs for symmetry in entrance design
Patio or courtyard planting
Formal or Japanese garden layouts
Pots or planters (minimum 70L)
Planting & Care Instructions
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil (slightly acidic preferred)
Position in full sun for best colour, or partial shade in hotter regions
Water regularly in dry periods, especially in the first season
Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and insulate roots
Pruning is unnecessary – just remove any dead wood in winter if needed
FAQs
Q: Is this tree suitable for small gardens?
Yes – its narrow shape and slow growth make it perfect for compact gardens or even large containers.
Q: Will it need pruning to stay upright?
No – Twombly’s Red Sentinel maintains its upright columnar shape naturally.
Q: Can it be grown in a pot?
Yes, use a large container (70L+) with good drainage and repot every 3–4 years.
Q: What makes this different from ‘Bloodgood’?
‘Bloodgood’ grows wider and more rounded. Twombly’s has a taller, slimmer form, perfect for vertical accents.
Delivery Details
Free delivery included across mainland UK
Carefully packed and shipped in a large container
Dispatched within 3–5 working days
Trusted UK nursery support available pre- and post-purchase