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Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset'

Red Maple


Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farm

  • Great shade tree
  • Fall foliage is bright red
  • Fairly quick growing
  • Tends to grow in a pyramidal-rounded form
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Partial Sun
Average Water
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Moist, Well-Drained



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Plant in full sun to part shade. Prefers moist, acidic soils with good drainage but grows well in average to wet, well-drained soil. This is a big tree so give it plenty of room to reach full size


Height: 45-50 ft
Spread: 35-40 ft
Price Level 1: $159.99~#7
Bloom Color:
Zone: 4-8
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Fall Color
  • Low Maintenance

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Red

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained
  • Average Water