Red Sunset Maple - Acer rubrum Red Sunset®
The Red Sunset Maple (Acer rubrum Red Sunset®) is a cultivated selection of the native red maple, bred specifically for predictable, vivid crimson fall color. This deciduous tree reaches 45-50 feet, establishing itself as a commanding landscape presence with reliable performance across zones 3-9. The Red Sunset variety produces deep red foliage consistently each autumn, eliminating the color variability common in seedling red maples. Its adaptability to wet or dry soils makes it exceptionally versatile for challenging site conditions where other maples falter. The tree develops an attractive pyramidal form with dense branching, providing excellent shade and screening capabilities. Red flowers appear in early spring before leaf emergence, adding seasonal interest. This cultivar represents the pinnacle of red maple refinement, delivering dependable ornamental value and environmental resilience for discerning landscape applications.
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The Red Sunset Maple (Acer rubrum Red Sunset®) is a cultivated selection of the native red maple, bred specifically for predictable, vivid crimson fall color. This deciduous tree reaches 45-50 feet, establishing itself as a commanding landscape presence with reliable performance across zones 3-9. The Red Sunset variety produces deep red foliage consistently each autumn, eliminating the color variability common in seedling red maples. Its adaptability to wet or dry soils makes it exceptionally versatile for challenging site conditions where other maples falter. The tree develops an attractive pyramidal form with dense branching, providing excellent shade and screening capabilities. Red flowers appear in early spring before leaf emergence, adding seasonal interest. This cultivar represents the pinnacle of red maple refinement, delivering dependable ornamental value and environmental resilience for discerning landscape applications.
