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Acer rubrum 'Polara'

Also Known As

  • Acer rubrum 'Ruby Frost'
  • Acer rubrum Ruby Frost™
  • Ruby Frost™ Red Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'-50'
  • W: 35'-45'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Acer rubrum 'Polara' plant details

Acer rubrum 'Polara' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer rubrum 'Polara'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 35 FT - 45 FT - wide, 40 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer rubrum 'Polara'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Watermelon Red! fall color makes this handsome rounded 40-50' drought and cold tolerant tree an excellent shade tree. Sun/Med-damp

Gardening facts about Acer rubrum 'Polara' plant

How to Grow Acer rubrum 'Polara'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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