ACER rubrum ‘Autumn Red’

FEATURES:

 This cultivar of the Red Canadian Maple is regarded as one of the best. It is a large upright tree with a rounded crown, growing to a height of up to 12 metres. Large dark green leaves turning vivid shades of orange-red and crimson in Autumn.

 HEIGHT & WIDTH:

 12 metres x 10 metres

 SHAPE:

 Large upright tree with a rounded crown 

FOLIAGE:

 Dark green leaves turning vivid shades of orange-red and crimson in Autumn.

 COMMENTS:

 Outstanding feature tree. Leaves stay green longer than other varieties before turning crimson-red. It’s tidy upright compact habit makes it more suitable for smaller gardens and avenue plantings.

 TREE CARE:

 Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.