Crimson King Maple

Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King'

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Overview

Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' is a deciduous tree prized for its maroon-red foliage that lasts throughout the summer. Reaching up to 35-50 feet in height with a 25-40 feet spread, it presents a round, dense canopy, offering ample shade. Preferring full sun to partial shade, it adapts to a variety of soils and is a striking choice for visual interest and contrast in landscape designs. Zones 4-7.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate

Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — Reaching up to 35-50 feet in height with a 25-40 feet spread

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 30–40 Ft.
Mature width: 20–40 Ft.

Classification

Family: Sapindaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — When designing landscapes; it can sometimes be susceptible to aphids and bark problems, image 74

Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — it can sometimes be susceptible to aphids and bark problems; annual growth can average 12 to, image 73

Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — Reaching up to 35-50 feet in height with a 25-40 feet spread; botanically known as Acer, image 79

Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — Preferring full sun to partial shade; the Crimson King Maple thrives in full sun to partial, image 80

Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — tree for full; space consideration is essential due to its expansive root system, image 78

Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — The Crimson King Maple serves as a picturesque specimen or shade tree in larger gardens and, image 77

Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — which should be accounted for to prevent interference with sidewalks or driveways; this, image 76

Crimson King Maple (Acer Platanoides 'Crimson King') — space consideration is essential due to its expansive root system; preferring full sun to, image 75

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