The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Acer rubrum 'Franksred' (Red Sunset® Red Maple) is typically in late summer or early fall, usually between August and October.
Red Sunset® Red Maple
Acer rubrum 'Franksred'
Also Known As - Swamp Maple,Scarlet MapleRed Sunset® Red Maple is an amazing tree for any landscape. Its foliage turns brilliant shades of red, orange and yellow in the fall and its lush green leaves add a captivating splash of colour to the landscape all season long. This fast-growing deciduous tree can reach heights of up to 50 feet with a spread of 35 feet, and it thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 3−9. It also tolerates air pollution and wet, clay soils, and its drought and wind tolerance make it a perfect choice for many different conditions and locations. Red Sunset® Red Maple is an excellent option for urban yards, parks and gardens.
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,maroon Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
red,burgundy
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
This tree needs regular watering to keep the soil damp, but not soggy. During the summer months, water the Red Sunset Red Maple every 5 to 7 days, giving the soil a deep watering to encourage root growth. In hotter climates, you may need to water more often. During the winter months, water less often, only when the top few inches of soil begin to dry out.
sunlight
Red Sunset® Red Maple (Acer rubrum 'Franksred') should receive at least 4-5 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to thrive. This species prefers full sun in the morning or late afternoon, but not necessarily at the peak of the day. This plant should not be subjected to harsh, direct sunlight during the heat of the summer; instead, it will benefit from dappled light or some afternoon shade during hotter months.
pruning
Red Sunset® Red Maple should typically be pruned twice a year. In late winter before it buds, prune out any dead or diseased branches, crossed or rubbing branches, and long shoots. About half of the current year’s shoots can also be pruned to maintain the desired size and shape. In late summer, also prune out long, wispy shoots to encourage dense growth of new branches.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Red Sunset® Red Maple typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Acer rubrum 'Franksred' (Red Sunset® Red Maple) is typically in late summer or early fall, usually between August and October.
