Autumn Blaze® Maple

Key Features:
Size & Growth: The Autumn Blaze Maple typically reaches a height of 40 to 50 feet with a spread of 30 to 40 feet. It has a well-rounded, symmetrical canopy that provides ample shade and a majestic presence in the landscape. This tree is known for its rapid growth rate, making it an excellent choice for quick impact.
Foliage: Features large, five-lobed leaves that are deep green throughout the growing season. In the fall, the foliage transforms into a brilliant, fiery red to orange, creating a stunning autumn spectacle. The vibrant color change is a highlight of the season and adds significant visual interest to your garden.
Flowers & Fruit: Produces small, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers in early spring, which are followed by winged, reddish samaras (seed pods). While the flowers are not particularly showy, the fruit adds a touch of additional interest and is a food source for wildlife.
Growth Habit: The tree has a strong, upright growth habit with a well-formed, rounded crown. It is an excellent choice for providing shade and creating a focal point in larger landscapes or as a specimen tree.
Disease Resistance: The Autumn Blaze Maple is generally resistant to common maple pests and diseases, including maple tar spot and verticillium wilt. Its hardy nature makes it a reliable choice for various growing conditions.
Soil & Light Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is adaptable to a range of soil types, including loamy, sandy, and clay soils. The tree is also tolerant of urban conditions, making it suitable for city environments.
Care Instructions: Requires minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering helps keep the tree hydrated, especially during dry periods. Apply mulch around the base of the tree to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Pruning is generally not necessary except to remove any dead or damaged branches.
Uses:
Ornamental: Ideal for adding color and structure to garden beds, lawns, and park areas. The Autumn Blaze Maple’s vibrant fall foliage and symmetrical form make it a striking focal point in any landscape.
Shade Tree: Provides ample shade due to its broad canopy, making it perfect for cooling outdoor living spaces and reducing energy costs for nearby buildings.
Specimen Tree: Suitable as a specimen tree in larger gardens or landscapes, where its impressive size and stunning fall color can be fully appreciated.
Planting & Maintenance:
Planting: Choose a location with well-drained soil and adequate sunlight. Dig a hole that is twice the width of the root ball and place the tree at the same depth it was growing in the container. Space multiple trees about 30 to 40 feet apart to accommodate their mature spread.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season. Avoid waterlogging by ensuring good drainage. Mulch around the base of the tree to help retain soil moisture and reduce competition from weeds.
Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to remove any dead or damaged branches and to shape the tree if necessary.
Add a dramatic touch of color and elegance to your landscape with the Autumn Blaze Maple. Its rapid growth, vibrant fall foliage, and robust nature make it an exceptional choice for enhancing both residential and commercial properties.