Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset' (Franksred) - P9

Description
The Red maple 'Red Sunset' (Acer rubrum) is a small pyramidal tree that produces dark red flowers arranged in clusters. These produce brown winged fruits. The Red maple 'Red Sunset' also has leathery, medium green leaves. Its bark is grey. In a sunny, sheltered location with lime-free, nutrient-rich, moist to wet, weakly acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of around 15 metres and grows to a width of around 10 metres.

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

Bulletpoints
* attractive orange-red autumn colouring * Long-term flood-tolerant, trunk protection recommended

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Red maple 'Red Sunset's are medium green, leathery, opposite, lobed. They are about 6 - 10 cm in size. Red maple 'Red Sunset' turns bright orange-red in autumn.

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

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Red maple 'Red Sunset' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Red maple 'Red Sunset' is a small pyramidal tree with a closed, opaque crown. It usually reaches a height of 10 - 15 m and is approx. 90 - 10 m wide. As a rule, it grows 30 - 40 cm per year.

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 ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound sealant 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.