Species Bowhall Red Maple Guide
green leaves with pink-brown stems

Bowhall Red Maple

Acer rubrum 'Bowhall'

Also Known As - Swamp Maple,Scarlet Maple

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Greenwood Cuttings,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3

Flowers:

Red, sometimes yellow Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Soil:

Sandy Loamy Clay

Fruits:

red Fruits In Summer Ready In

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

red,yellow,orange,burgundy

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Bowhall Red Maple (Acer rubrum 'Bowhall') should generally be watered deeply once a week, or twice a week in warm weather and drought conditions. Make sure to moisten the entire root zone (at least 12 to 15 inches deep) for a mature tree, and less for newly planted trees. It is best to water in the morning to allow the leaves to dry out during the day. In very dry conditions, an additional light watering may be necessary.

sunlight

Bowhall Red Maple (Acer rubrum 'Bowhall') is a deciduous tree that needs at least 6 hours of sunlight per day for optimal health and growth. It should be placed in a part of the garden where it will get morning and late afternoon sun, with some partial shade in the middle of the day. Planting in areas with full sun exposure will help the tree to grow and develop more quickly.

pruning

Bowhall Red Maple should be pruned annually in late winter/early spring, just before new growth emerges. Pruning should be limited to removing dead, dying, or diseased branches, and, when needed, reshaping and thinning out any excessive or overcrowded branches. It is also important to be selective when thinning; young maples may require more pruning than mature trees. Avoid pruning maples heavily while they are still establishing themselves, as this can slow down growth and reduce flowering.