Maple 'Crimson King'

Common Name: Crimson King Maple

Scientific Name: Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'

Zone: 4-7

Blossom Colour: Yellow

Flowering Type: Small clusters, early spring, before leaves emerge

Summer Colour: Deep maroon to burgundy

Fall Colour: Maroon to bronze

Mature Height (ft): 35-45

Mature Spread (ft): 25-35

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Tree Type: Deciduous shade tree

Watering: Moderate; tolerates a range of soil conditions but prefers well-drained soil

Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer