Red maple
Acer rubrum
Red maple is a fast-growing deciduous tree prized for its brilliant red autumn foliage and early spring flowers. It adapts well to a wide range of soil types, including wet conditions, and requires full sun to partial shade for best colour. Once established, it is low-maintenance and makes an outstanding shade or specimen tree for residential landscapes.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
240″ – 960″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
360″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days For Young Trees; Established Trees Rely On Rainfall • Water Deeply And Thoroughly, Ensuring Moisture Reaches The Root Zone; Reduce Frequency Once Established
Soil pH
4.7 – 7.3
Temperature
-40° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 480″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 9, 2008 by Henk Van Lottum (cc-by-sa)
Test Nursery (Owner Tester)
$17.99