Acer rubrum 'Franksred'

Also Known As

Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset'
Acer rubrum Red Sunset®
Franksred Sunset Maple
Red Sunset Maple
Red Sunset Red Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 40'-60'
W: 30'-40'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Acer rubrum 'Franksred' plant details

Acer rubrum 'Franksred' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer rubrum 'Franksred'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 60 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer rubrum 'Franksred'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: heat, humidity and pollution
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A highly-rated and reliable red maple, this vigorous tree to 45' has a strong branching pattern and foliage which is lustrous green in summer and brilliant shades of red in fall. S/M-damp

By: Forestfarm

Considered one of the best for early fall color! Large deciduous tree has pyramidal to oval form when young becoming more rounded with age. Unique red flowers appear in early spring. Glossy green leaves turn brilliant orange-red in autumn. Extremely showy! Growth Rate fast