Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset' - 300-350 CM C130

Description
Brown wing fruits emerge from these.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acer rubrum var. tomentosum, Acer rubrum 'Franksred'.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive orange-red autumn colouring * long-term flood-tolerant, trunk protection recommended

Leaves
Attractive orange-red autumn colouring.

Bark
Grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Pyramidal.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cuts, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound closure agent to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Use
Solitary

Root
Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset' is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.