Due to the recent discovery of the spotted lanternfly in South Carolina, California has restricted the shipment of plants from SC as well as 15 other states in which the spotted lanternfly had already been found. It was found over 100 miles from Nurseries Caroliniana, but the whole state has been put under quarantine until a treatment protocol can be worked out to resume shipments to California. Authorities hope that this can be accomplished by the end of the month.

Acer laevigatum 'Hong Long'
Acer laevigatum 'Hong Long'
Acer laevigatum 'Hong Long'
Acer laevigatum 'Hong Long'

Acer laevigatum 'Hong Long'

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Red Dragon Smooth-bark Maple. Mark Weathington, director of the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh, NC, collected seed of this species in Taiwan. From numerous many seeds germinating, this one was selected for its outstanding burgundy red new growth. It is evergreen and has grown outside in Raleigh since 2012 with some slight burning to it leaves in the coldest winters. In the upper reaches of its range, I would suggest growing it with some protection, such as part shade or against a wall, particularly for a wind break. It is a very fast-growing with each flush of new growth showing the vivid red color. These plants that we offer are on their own roots from rooted cuttings and are proving quite vigorous. 

Zones 7b-9