Species Freeman maple
Two maple-shaped green leaves hanging from light-green petiole from green stems.

Freeman maple

Acer freemanii 'Scarsen' SCARLET SENTINEL

The Freeman Maple, Acer freemanii 'Scarsen' Scarlet Sentinel, is an amazing tree with exceptional beauty. Spectacularly vibrant, its leaves flourish in shades of vibrant red and deep purple in the fall - a showstopping display of colors! All year round, the Scarlet Sentinel was blessed with a symmetrical canopy featuring bright green leaves, which turn to a yellow-amber color in the autumn. The Freeman Maple is extremely adaptable, tolerant of tough weather conditions, and low maintenance. Its fast growth rate allows it to offer swift coverage and is great for a privacy screen or shade tree. Its adaptability, vibrant colors, and fast growth make Freeman Maple an amazing tree!

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Root Division

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Greenish yellow Flowers In Spring

Sun:

full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

red

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Freeman maple (Acer freemanii 'Scarsen' SCARLET SENTINEL) should be watered about once a week during its active growing season, typically the spring and summer. When watering, give your tree a good, deep soaking - usually enough water to penetrate to the root zone of the tree, meaning it should be moistened 3-4 feet deep. During times of drought, water may need to be given more frequently. In the winter, when the tree is dormant, only water when the soil is dry to the touch.

sunlight

Freeman Maple (Acer freemanii 'Scarsen' SCARLET SENTINEL) plants require at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth. They can survive in partial shade, but may not flower as abundantly with less sun. Providing extra sunlight during the season's longest days (June and July) can enhance flower production.

pruning

Freeman maple (Acer freemanii 'Scarsen' SCARLET SENTINEL) typically does not require regular pruning. Any pruning should be done during the late winter season, when the tree is dormant. Pruning in the spring or summer should be avoided to minimize the stress on the tree. However, pruning done at the proper time can improve the overall shape of the tree and can help to promote healthy growth. Pruning should be done using sharp pruners and each cut should be made at the proper angle to ensure better healing. Any dead, diseased, or broken branches should be removed as quickly as possible to encourage further healthy growth.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Acer freemanii 'Scarsen' SCARLET SENTINEL typically starts flowering in April.

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