Acer rubrum 'Magnificent Magenta' is a beautiful variety of Red Maple tree. This tree is known for its stunning magenta-colored leaves that appear in the fall. It's a medium to large-sized tree, typically reaching heights of 40-60 feet.
The 'Magnificent Magenta' prefers full sun to partial shade and can adapt to a variety of soil conditions, although it prefers slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soils. It's also known for its tolerance to urban pollution, making it a popular choice for city landscaping.
Remember to water it regularly, especially during dry periods. Pruning should be done in late summer or early fall to prevent sap bleed.
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Origins: |
Eastern North America, GA Native |
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Height: |
40’ - 45' |
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Spread: |
40' - 45' |
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Spacing: |
40' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly. Potential issues include stem canker, leaf spots, and root rots. Potential insect pests include aphids, scale, borers, and leafhoppers. Verticillium Wilt can be fatal. Prune as needed in winter.
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: Famartin, 2014-10-30 11 09 40 Red Maple during autumn on Lower Ferry Road in Ewing, New Jersey, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Famartin, 2014-08-25 17 57 43 Early fall coloration in Red Maple foliage along the Appalachian Trail about 9.3 miles northeast of the Delaware Water Gap in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, New Jersey, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) Famartin, 2020-11-01 14 48 52 Red Maple leaves in autumn within Horsepen Run Stream Valley Park in Oak Hill, Fairfax County, Virginia, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
