Red Sunset® Red Maple
Acer rubrum 'Franksred'
Pronunciation: AY-ser RU-brum
SKU #00127
| Description | Considered one of the best for early fall color! The glossy green leaves provide a very dynamic show, as they turn a brilliant orange-scarlet when temperatures begin to cool. This large deciduous tree has a pyramidal form when young that becomes rounded with age. A wonderful choice for use as a high profile shade tree in larger landscapes. |
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| Light | Full sun |
| Watering | Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Early Spring |
| Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 40 to 50 ft. tall, 30 to 35 ft. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Color | Red |
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| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Spruce (Picea); Pine (Pinus); Maidenhair (Ginkgo); Beech (Fagus); Oak (Quercus) |
| Care | 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. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 7
Good to grow!
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From $130.00
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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.
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Wenzel Nursery 1015 Ne Spritzenberg Road
College Place, WA 99324 -
Heritage Nursery & Garden Center 2816 W. 27th Ave.
Kennewick, WA 99336 -
Mac's Garden Center 6711 W. Court St.
Pasco, WA 99301
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.