- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 40 - 50 Feet
- Mature Spread 40 - 50 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
Red Sunset® Red Maple, Acer Rubrum Red Sunset®, or ‘Franks Red’, is a quick-growing shade tree with bright green summer foliage that stuns in the fall with brilliant crimson color. These elegant trees grow relatively quickly, reaching heights of 40 to 50 feet and maintaining their pyramidal forms. A favorite of landscapers, these classic, statement maples thrive in any landscape. They produce small clusters of white flowers in the spring, and beady red fruits in the summer. Their bark is smooth and gray and deepens in color as the tree matures.
The Red Sunset® Red Maple has great branching systems and is known for its stunning fall color. Native to North America, this deciduous tree should be guarded from deer, rabbits and other critters. Tree guard fabric is a good option, especially for young trees where the bark is thinner.
Red Sunset® Red Maple Tree Care
You should plant your Red Sunset® in the late fall or early spring. It can thrive in a variety of soil types, but prefers moist, acidic soils. It is salt sensitive. You plant it at the same depth as it is growing in it’s container or burlap. Your maple will thrive most in full sun, but can tolerate dappled shade. Your Red Sunset® Maple uses above-average water, and you should water it regularly and deeply to establish a thriving root system. Once it’s established, in the spring, water weekly. Before new growth emerges, use a fertilizer meant for acid-loving plants to keep your maple strong and healthy.
Pruning is not required, unless it is to remove damaged or diseased limbs, but in the late-summer or winter months, you can trim back your maple to maintain a smaller size or consistent shape. The Red Sunset® Red Maples are susceptible to scorch that can discolor the leaves. Scorch can be caused by excessive wind or sun exposure, disease, or contaminated soil. Adding a 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch will help this beauty retain its needed moisture.
Red Sunset® Red Maple Tree Spacing
Red Sunset® Red Maples look fantastic in any yard, at the end of a long driveway or on streetscapes. It is also recommended for smaller yards, as it will not overwhelm the property, even at its mature height. You should plant your maples at least 12 feet apart to the next tree. Great companion plants for your maple are low-growing spring bulbs like daffodils, heuchera or ferns, or even groundcover plants like tradescantia.
Red Sunset® Red Maple Tree Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Trees |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 40 - 50 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 30 - 40 Feet |
| Spacing: 30 - 40 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Red |
| Foliage Description: Variegated |
| Seasonal Interest: Fall Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Heat |
| Attracts: Birds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest |
| Brand: American Beauties Native Plants |
| Common Name: Red Sunset® Red Maple |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: ACER RUBRUM `RED SUNSET` |
- SKU:
- 1231012863-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations