Maple, Red
The Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is a popular shade tree known for its vibrant red foliage in the fall. It is a fast-growing tree, tolerant of many soil types, with colorful interest year-round. In spring, red flowers emerge, and new leaves are red-tinged. In fall, leaves turn a deep red or yellow. In winter, green stems turn red. The Red Maple is a versatile tree that can be used in a variety of landscape settings, including home yards, parks, and streets. It is also a valuable wildlife tree, providing food and shelter for a variety of birds and mammals. The leaves of the Red Maple have some medicinal value and can be used to make a tea to treat diarrhea.
Native Range: Eastern North America
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained soil
Mature Height (in feet): 40-60
Mature Width (in feet): 30-40
Bloom Time (month): March-April
Bloom Color: Red
Pollination:
Red Maples are monoecious, meaning that they have both male and female flowers on the same tree. However, they are not self-fertile and require pollen from another Red Maple. See our Pollination page for more information on cross-pollination varieties and requirements!
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Maple, Red
Maple, Red
The Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is a popular shade tree known for its vibrant red foliage in the fall. It is a fast-growing tree, tolerant of many soil types, with colorful interest year-round. In spring, red flowers emerge, and new leaves are red-tinged. In fall, leaves turn a deep red or yellow. In winter, green stems turn red. The Red Maple is a versatile tree that can be used in a variety of landscape settings, including home yards, parks, and streets. It is also a valuable wildlife tree, providing food and shelter for a variety of birds and mammals. The leaves of the Red Maple have some medicinal value and can be used to make a tea to treat diarrhea.
Native Range: Eastern North America
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained soil
Mature Height (in feet): 40-60
Mature Width (in feet): 30-40
Bloom Time (month): March-April
Bloom Color: Red
Pollination:
Red Maples are monoecious, meaning that they have both male and female flowers on the same tree. However, they are not self-fertile and require pollen from another Red Maple. See our Pollination page for more information on cross-pollination varieties and requirements!
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The Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is a popular shade tree known for its vibrant red foliage in the fall. It is a fast-growing tree, tolerant of many soil types, with colorful interest year-round. In spring, red flowers emerge, and new leaves are red-tinged. In fall, leaves turn a deep red or yellow. In winter, green stems turn red. The Red Maple is a versatile tree that can be used in a variety of landscape settings, including home yards, parks, and streets. It is also a valuable wildlife tree, providing food and shelter for a variety of birds and mammals. The leaves of the Red Maple have some medicinal value and can be used to make a tea to treat diarrhea.
Native Range: Eastern North America
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained soil
Mature Height (in feet): 40-60
Mature Width (in feet): 30-40
Bloom Time (month): March-April
Bloom Color: Red
Pollination:
Red Maples are monoecious, meaning that they have both male and female flowers on the same tree. However, they are not self-fertile and require pollen from another Red Maple. See our Pollination page for more information on cross-pollination varieties and requirements!
