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'Royal Red' Maple

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Hardiness Zone 2–7

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Family Sapindaceae

Acer platanoides ‘Royal Red’ is a highly decorative ornamental maple valued for its intense reddish-purple foliage from spring onwards, which maintains a dark, rich color throughout the season before sometimes developing pronounced autumnal hues. Its rounded, full silhouette brings an elegant and structured presence to flowerbeds, avenues, or large gardens, creating a striking contrast with surrounding green foliage. Very hardy and adaptable to a variety of well-drained soils, this maple prefers a sunny to semi-shaded exposure, which allows it to fully develop the intensity of its colors and offer lasting visual interest.

Acer platanoides 'Royal Red'

Soil and care

The right conditions.

Hardiness zone Zone 2–7
Minimum temperature -40°C
Fertilization
Balanced spring salad

Bloom and dimensions

The complete profile.

Flower color Subtle greenish-yellow (spring)
Foliage color Intense purplish-red
Foliage type Obsolete
Growth rate Moderate to fast
Bloom period
Spring
Fruiting
Decorative Samares
Maximum height 10–14 m (33–46 ft)
Maximum width 26–39 ft (8–12 m)

Its strengths, naturally.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

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