Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' |
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Scalon Red Maple |
Description
This beautiful deciduous tree quickly reaches 50' tall and 20' wide. It has a narrow columnar form and is great for small gardens with limited vertical space. Leaves are bright green in summer, turning to orange or red in fall. More acid soil will give a brilliant display of fall color. This tree prefers well draining, rich soil. Do not plant in windy areas as it is prone to breakage. Red flowers appear in late winter/early spring followed by green fruit that turn reddish brown and drop in early summer.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
Brown, Green, Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Street Tree
Special Uses
Screen, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.