Botanical profile

Acer rubrum 'Armstrong'

Latin name
Acer rubrum 'Armstrong'
Common name
Armstrong Red Maple
Type
TREE
Family
Sapindaceae

Acer rubrum ‘Armstrong’ is a vigorous ornamental red maple prized for its brilliant fall foliage, displaying bright red to warm orange hues that add a spectacular dimension to beds, avenues, or large gardens. This cultivar is distinguished by steady growth and a well-proportioned silhouette that balances verticality and density, offering an elegant structure in residential or public landscaping. Very hardy and well-suited to a variety of moist, well-drained soils, this maple prefers full sun to partial shade, which allows it to fully develop its seasonal color and vitality.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2–7
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to regular
Fertilization
Balanced spring salad
Soil type
Moist, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Subtle red (before leaves)
Fruiting
Decorative Samares
Foliage color
Green ? red/orange (autumn)
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded / Erect
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
15–18 m (49–59 ft)
Width
10–12 m (33–39 ft)
Growth rate
Fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

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