Acer rubrum
Red Maple
Description
Sturdy shade tree having red foliage in the spring, green in summer and red again in the fall. Conical growth habit. Hardy to -40F (-45.5C); height: 60ft.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium, High
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Wetlands, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Street Tree
Special Uses
Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.