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Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'
Also Known As
- Crimson King Norway Maple
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 30'-40'
- W: 20'-30'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' plant details
Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with purple foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: sapindaceae
- Foliage: deciduous purple
- Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: fall color, potentially invasive, shade tree, street tree
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and pollution
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Garden World
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How to Grow Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- pollution tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- purple
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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