.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; margin-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; } 'Autumn Blaze' Freeman Maple Acer x freemanii 'Autumn Blaze' Description This deciduous tree features vibrant fall foliage with a fast growth rate, making it a popular choice for adding color and form to parks and large landscaped areas. It typically reaches a mature height of 40-50 feet with a broad, rounded canopy. Suggested Uses Ideal for large gardens, street plantings, and park landscapes. It provides excellent shade and visual interest throughout the seasons. Plant Details Botanical Name: 'Autumn Blaze' Freeman Maple Acer x freemanii 'Autumn Blaze' Common Name: Autumn Blaze' Freeman Maple Size & Growth: Up to 50 ft tall and 30 ft wide, with rapid growth Hardiness Zones: 3-7 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Spring, with small yellowish flowers Growth Rate: Fast Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: No Deer Resistant: Moderate Pet Warning: Mild toxicity if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ornamental grasses, flowering shrubs, and perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil. Space sufficiently to allow growth. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, but not waterlogged Soil Type: Loamy, moist, well-drained Humidity: Moderate Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood Winter Care: Mulch around base and protect young trees from harsh winds Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Monitor for drought stress during dry seasons