Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley'
Red Maple is a rapid growing tree, valuable as an ornamental tree in parks or as shade tree on the street. Green leaves with light green to silver undersides. Excellent Red Fall color.
* Rarely Damaged by Deer *
Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC
Ornamental Characteristics |
Category |
Specimen or Shade Tree |
Foliage Type |
Deciduous |
Height |
20' - 35' |
Spread |
15' - 25' |
Shape |
Upright, spreading |
Primary Foliage Color |
Dark Green |
Seasonal Foliage Color |
Red |
Flowering Season |
Spring |
Flower Color |
Insignificant |
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Showy Red Autumn Foliage |
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Environmental Characteristics |
Growth Rate |
Fast |
Sun Preferences |
Full sun |
Water Preferences |
Average |
Cold Hardiness Zone |
3 to 9 |