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Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset'

Red Sunset Maple

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This is a decidous grafted tree. It is valued for its shape and fall color, which is a bright red or orange red. It is upright with an oval form. Its growth is very uniform. 45' tall with 35' spread. Vigorous grower with strong symmetrical branching. Oval crown with upright branching habit.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark 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:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.