The Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to Eastern North America, prized for its stunning multi-season interest and adaptability. Sold in a #15 nursery container (9.6 gallons / 37 liters), this is a well-established specimen ready for planting in your landscape.

In late winter and early spring, dense clusters of small red flowers emerge before the leaves, providing early-season color. The foliage is medium to dark green through summer, turning brilliant orange-red in fall. Red fruit (samaras), red buds, and reddish stems and twigs further extend the ornamental appeal throughout the year. At maturity this tree typically reaches 40–60 feet tall with a rounded to oval crown spreading 30–50 feet.

Red Maple thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil, though it tolerates a wide range of conditions including wet soils, urban environments, and proximity to black walnut trees. It is hardy in USDA zones 3–9. Recommended uses include specimen shade tree, street tree, and rain garden plantings. The seeds and flower buds attract birds, adding wildlife value to the landscape.

Potential pest and disease considerations include aphids, leafhoppers, borers, scale, caterpillars, and Verticillium wilt. Plant with adequate spacing away from sidewalks and driveways, as the shallow, flattened root system can buckle hardscape over time.