red maple
Acer rubrum
A fast-growing native deciduous tree prized for its brilliant red flowers in spring and striking red-orange fall foliage. Red maple adapts to a wide range of soil conditions and provides excellent shade for residential landscapes.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Succession Role
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation