The Autumn Blaze Freeman Red Maple, also known as Acer x freemanii 'Jeffersred', is a hybrid of the Silver Maple and Red Maple. This tree is highly valued for its vibrant fall color and fast growth rate.
This variety of maple typically grows to a height of 40-55 feet with a spread of around 30-40 feet at maturity. It has a fast growth rate and prefers full sun to partial shade. The Autumn Blaze Freeman Red Maple is adaptable to a variety of soil conditions but thrives best in well-drained, moist soils.
In the fall, the leaves of the Autumn Blaze Freeman Red Maple turn a brilliant red-orange, creating a stunning display. This tree is also known for its attractive, ascending branch structure and its ability to resist many of the problems that can plague other maples.
Like other maples, it's important to water this tree regularly, especially during dry periods. Pruning is best done in late summer or early fall to prevent sap bleed.
The Autumn Blaze Freeman Red Maple is a great choice for a landscape tree due to its beautiful fall color, fast growth rate, and its resistance to pests and diseases.
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Origins: |
N. America, Natural Hybrid |
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Height: |
40' - 55' |
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Spread: |
30' - 40' |
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Spacing: |
30' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 8 |
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Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly. No significant problems but young plants are susceptible to leafhoppers, scale, and borers.
LANDSCAPE USES: Group Plantings or Specimen Tree, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Gardens, Privacy Screen, Street Tree, and Shade Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Spiraea, Daylily, Switch Grass
IMAGES: Deinocheirus, Autumn Blaze Maple in Toronto, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by David J. Stang, Acer x freemanii Autumn Blaze 3zz, CC BY-SA 4.0. (3) Famartin, 2020-10-04 11 51 37 Freeman's Maple leaves turning red in autumn along Cobra Drive in the Chantilly Highlands section of Oak Hill, Fairfax County, Virginia, CC BY-SA 4.0, (4) Jnubbca, Autumn Blaze Maple Foliage, CC BY-SA 3.0, (5) Brady Smith; Coconino National Forest, Red and green Maple Tree (3972416112), CC BY-SA 2.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
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