Red Sunset® Red Maple
Acer rubrum 'Franksred'
Full sun
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
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THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Barlow Flower Farm
1014 Sea Girt Ave. Sea Girt NJ 08750
- Sunset Farm & Garden Center
3210 Sunset Ave. Wanamassa NJ 07712
- L.b. Forcellati & Sons, Inc.
1846 Rt. 35 Wall Township NJ 07719
- Gold Coast Garden Center
4 James Drive Ocean NJ 07712
| Botanical Pronunciation | AY-ser RU-brum |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 40 to 50 ft. tall, 30 to 35 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Early Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Special Feature | Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Benefits Birds |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. |
| Companion Plants | Spruce (Picea); Pine (Pinus); Maidenhair (Ginkgo); Beech (Fagus); Oak (Quercus) |
Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Best color in full sun, but tolerates light shade. Water deeply and regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture but tolerates drier soils. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 7
Good to grow!