![]() You should plant your maples at least 12 feet apart to the next tree. It is also recommended for smaller yards, as it will not overwhelm the property, even at its mature height. Red Sunset® Red Maples look fantastic in any yard, at the end of a long driveway or on streetscapes. Adding a 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch will help this beauty retain its needed moisture. Scorch can be caused by excessive wind or sun exposure, disease, or contaminated soil. The Red Sunset® Red Maples are susceptible to scorch that can discolor the leaves. 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. Before new growth emerges, use a fertilizer meant for acid-loving plants to keep your maple strong and healthy. Once it’s established, in the spring, water weekly. Your Red Sunset® Maple uses above-average water, and you should water it regularly and deeply to establish a thriving root system. Your maple will thrive most in full sun, but can tolerate dappled shade. You plant it at the same depth as it is growing in it’s container or burlap. It can thrive in a variety of soil types, but prefers moist, acidic soils. You should plant your Red Sunset® in the late fall or early spring. Tree guard fabric is a good option, especially for young trees where the bark is thinner. ![]() Native to North America, this deciduous tree should be guarded from deer, rabbits and other critters. The Red Sunset® Red Maple has great branching systems and is known for its stunning fall color. Their bark is smooth and gray and deepens in color as the tree matures. They produce small clusters of white flowers in the spring, and beady red fruits in the summer. A favorite of landscapers, these classic, statement maples thrive in any landscape. ![]() These elegant trees grow relatively quickly, reaching heights of 40 to 50 feet and maintaining their pyramidal forms. 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. Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight). ![]()
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