Red Sunset Swamp Red Maple Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset'- Vibrant Fall Foliage, Easy Care, Perfect for Gardens & Landscapes, Full Sun to Partial Shade, Container Friendly 4-5" cal B&B

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.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; marg in-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Red Sunset' Swamp Red Maple Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset' Description This stunning deciduous tree features vibrant red foliage in the fall, and its adaptable nature makes it ideal for enhancing various landscape designs. It thrives in moist, well-drained soils and provides excellent shade and visual interest. Suggested Uses Perfect for residential gardens, street plantings, and park landscapes. Its striking fall color also makes it a great feature tree in floral arrangements and landscape focal points. Plant Details Botanical Name: Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset' Common Name: Red Sunset' Swamp Red Maple Size & Growth: Reaches 20-30 ft tall with a spread of 15-20 ft; moderate to fast growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Early spring Growth Rate: Moderate to rapid Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Moderate Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other shade trees, flowering shrubs, and deciduous perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in prepared soil; water thoroughly after planting. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during establishment. Soil Type: Prefers moist, acidic to neutral, well-drained soils. Humidity: Moderate to high humidity levels are ideal. Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; remove dead or crossing branches in late winter or early spring. Winter Care: Protect young trees from harsh winter winds; mulch around base to conserve moisture. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery to prevent root stress. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring annually. Special Care: Mulch to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature. Show more