.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; } Brandywine' Swamp Red Maple Acer rubrum 'Brandywine' Description This vibrant deciduous tree features rich red foliage throughout the growing season and striking fall color. Its adaptable root system thrives in wet soils, making it ideal for rain gardens and wetlands, while providing excellent shade and aesthetic appeal in various landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for riverbanks, wetlands, rain gardens, and large residential landscapes. It also serves as a stunning shade tree in public parks and urban settings, enhancing biodiversity by attracting pollinators. Plant Details Botanical Name: Brandywine' Swamp Red Maple Acer rubrum 'Brandywine' Common Name: Brandywine' Swamp Red Maple Size & Growth: Reaches 40-50 ft tall with a spread of 30-40 ft, with a moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9 Foliage Type: Deciduous with vibrant red leaves in summer and fall Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: No Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other wetlands plants, native shrubs, and tall grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in moist, acidic to neutral soil with full sun to partial shade. Soil Moisture: Consistently moist; avoid drought stress. Soil Type: Prefers wet, rich, loamy soils. Humidity: Tolerant of high humidity. Pruning: Remove damaged branches in late winter or early spring. Winter Care: Mulch heavily to protect roots in colder zones. Planting Depth: Plant root ball slightly above surrounding soil to allow for settling. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Keep soil moist; avoid overwatering.