Botanical profile

Acer rubrum 'Morgan'

Latin name
Acer rubrum 'Morgan'
Common name
Red maple ‘Morgan’
Type
TREE
Family
Sapindaceae

Acer rubrum ‘Morgan’ is a remarkable ornamental red maple renowned for its vibrant autumn foliage, transitioning through shades of orange, bright red, and purple, which brightens beds, pathways, and residential gardens in the colder season. In season, its brilliant green foliage provides a structured and elegant presence, while its rounded and well-proportioned silhouette makes it an excellent choice as a focal point or accent tree in various landscape compositions. Very hardy and adaptable to a variety of moist and well-drained soils, this maple prefers a sunny to semi-shaded exposure, which promotes optimal autumn coloration and healthy growth.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
USDA Zone 3-9
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Low to medium
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 Samaras
Foliage color
Bright green ? bright orange/red/purple (autumn)
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded / Erect
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
18 m (59 ft)
Width
12 m (39 ft)
Growth rate
Moist, well-drained
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

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