Autumn Blaze Red Maple

April 21, 2024 Post a Comment

Autumn blaze red maple

Soil Type	Adaptable, Well Drained
Fall Color	Red
Shipping Restriction	AZ

How big does an Autumn Blaze red maple get?

It is a fast-growing, deciduous tree which can reach heights of about 35 feet tall with a 30 feet spread. It is hardy to -25 degrees (Zones 3-8). Plant Autumn Blaze in full sun with moist, well-drained soil.

How fast does an Autumn Blaze maple grow?

Growth Rate This tree grows at a fast rate, with height increases of more than 24" per year.

What is the difference between a red maple and an Autumn Blaze maple?

In the wild, red maple naturally grows in lower, wetter areas and is able to tolerate extended flooding, but is very sensitive to salt spray, soil salt and road salt. Autumn Blaze is more drought tolerant than red maple and is somewhat tolerant of salt spray as well as road salt, but doesn't tolerate salt in its soil.

Is Autumn Blaze maple messy?

Maple 'Autumn Blaze' in fall. * What it is: One of the best new shade-tree hybrids, notable for brilliant red fall foliage, storm-resistant branches, resistance to bugs and disease, good drought-tolerance and lack of messy seed pods.

Does Autumn Blaze red maple have invasive roots?

No, while the Autumn Blaze Maple is a larger tree and therefore has a larger root system, the roots are not considered invasive.

What is the lifespan of an Autumn Blaze maple?

The life expectancy of an Autumn Blaze maple tree is 60 years.

What is the prettiest maple tree?

Most Colorful Maple Trees

Coral Bark Japanese Maple. Acer palmatum 'Sango-kaku' Growing Zones 5-8.
Red Dragon Japanese Maple. Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Red Dragon' ...
Autumn Blaze Maple. Acer x freemanii. ...
October Glory Maple. Acer rubrum 'October Glory' ...
Red Maple Tree. Acer rubrum. ...
Red Sunset Maple. Acer rubrum 'Franksred'

How close to the house can you plant an Autumn Blaze maple?

How far should I plant my Autumn Blaze from my house? Just as with any large tree, your maple should be planted at least 15-20 feet away from your home in order to avoid foundation damage.

Should I prune my Autumn Blaze maple?

Maintaining autumn blaze maples requires regular pruning every 3 to 5 years. Regular pruning helps keep the structure of the tree sound and prevent some of the issues discussed/illustrated below. I planted an Autumn Blaze at my parent's house 15 years ago and I prune it every year!

How do you take care of Autumn Blaze maple?

Like many landscape trees, autumn blaze maple trees need little care. You must keep the soil around their roots moist while they're still young. These trees only need pruning every three to five years in late spring or early summer.

Is Autumn Blaze red maple always red?

In autumn, the leaves of sourwood, sumacs, dogwoods, and some maples often turn red or purple like the Brandywine Maple. Sugar maple leaves can be a brilliant orange. Red Maple trees such as Autumn Blaze Maple or October Glory can have shades of orange and red.

What is the prettiest maple tree in the fall?

The Best Maple Trees For Fall Colors

Japanese maple.
Striped mapl. ...
Autumn blaze maple. ...
Sugar maple. ...
Norway maple. ...
American Red maple. ...
Amur maple.

Why is my Autumn Blaze maple turning red in summer?

A maple tree that turns red in summer might have a case of iron chlorosis. A maple tree that turns red in summer might have a case of iron chlorosis. One of the maple trees in my yard is looking like fall has arrived because it is already turning red.

Is a red maple a messy tree?

The red maple is not considered to be as messy as some of the other maple varieties.

What can I plant under Autumn Blaze maple?

Companion Plants: The Autumn Blaze® Maple pairs well with partial-shade perennials planted at its base. Consider using Rozanne Geranium, Hostas, or Coralbells to add color beneath the tree.

How far should a red maple be planted from a house?

A mature red maple can grow 40 to 60 feet high with variable spread depending on the cultivar. When planting a tree of this size, I would provide at least 20 feet of space from the house. More space is better to allow for horizontal spread of branches.

Do Autumn Blaze maples have helicopters?

Autumn blaze and sienna glen maples do sprout helicopter seeds. However, there are many hybrid versions that are seedless – like the celebration and autumn fantasy maples above.

What is the difference between Autumn Blaze maple and autumn fantasy maple?

Autumn Fantasy Maple is a Freeman Maple cultivar with rapid growth, good branch angles, consistent red fall color, and a wide site tolerance. This selection can be considered an improvement on Autumn Blaze® Maple due to its improved branching habit and more rapid growth.

What is the fastest growing red maple tree?

Red Maple. If you really want to speed up the process, the fastest growing maple tree is the red maple (Acer ribrum). Prized for its brilliant autumn coloration and ability to adapt to a wide range of habitats, the red maple is also known as the soft maple.