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Acer rubrum Redpointe - Maple

Acer rubrum Redpointe
Canadian Maple, Red Maple, Virginia Maple

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A variety of red maple with a well-defined, distinctly pyramidal, dense, regular habit, and upright leader. Its glossy green foliage turns a very bright red in autumn. Its flowers, leaf stalks and fruit are also red. This tree, 10-15 m (32 ft 10 in to 49 ft 2 in) in height, will also be appreciated for its vigorous growth, resistance to cold and adaptation to urban environments. It thrives in any soil that is deep, moist, even damp but not too chalky . Note its superior resistance to chlorosis!
Flower size
1 cm
Height at maturity
12 m
Spread at maturity
6 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -34°C
Soil moisture
all types
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Best planting time February, October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

The Acer rubrum Redpointe is a variety of red maple that is particularly interesting because of its very uniform pyramidal shape, looking as if it had been pruned by hand, and its splendid bright, intense red autumn foliage.  In the garden, this beautiful tree quickly makes an impact and is highly resistant to cold and wind. It also shows excellent resistance to chlorosis, which often damages red maples when grown in high pH soils, turning the foliage yellow and often burning it in the heat of summer. It can be planted as a specimen tree on a lawn, in the centre of a bed, or on the edges of a property, in neutral to acid soil that remains moist even in summer.

 

Originating from the northeastern United States and Canada, the Acer rubrum is known by different names depending on the region, such as Canadian maple, Red maple, or Virginia maple. It is a large forest tree belonging to the Aceraceae family that can reach a height of 30 m (98 ft 5 in) in its native habitat. This species, which thrives in light and semi-shade, can live up to 200 years. Its wood is commonly used in furniture making.

The Acer rubrum 'Redpointe' was selected in 2005 in the United States by J. Frank Schmidt & Son Co. This cultivar develops a very vertical central leader and a dense pyramid to oval-shaped crown. The tree will ultimately reach an average height of 12 m (39 ft 4in) with a canopy of 6 to 7 m (19ft 8 in to 22ft 11in) in spread. The trunk is covered with grey bark that flakes off in large strips over time, while the branches are dark reddish-brown. The deciduous foliage falls in autumn. It consists of large palmate leaves, divided into 3 to 5 pointed, dentate lobes, measuring about 12 cm (4.7 in) in length. They are carried on red petioles. In spring, the yellow-green leaves are tinged with red. They become a glossy, dark green in summer, turning a magnificent scarlet-red with orange highlights in autumn. It flowers in March, before the leaves appear. The small, highly fragrant, red flowers are arranged in pendulous terminal clusters. The abundant fruiting consists of reddish fruits with two winged seeds or samaras. It only appears on subjects at least 20 years old and is much appreciated by squirrels. 

 

The Acer rubrum 'Redpointe', perfectly adapted to harsh climates, requires a deep, moist soil, preferably acidic and clayey, where its autumn colours will be more intense. A well-established specimen can tolerate poor and rocky soils, but chalky soils should be avoided. It will look magnificent planted in a row along a grand avenue or at the garden's boundary. It can also be integrated into an informal hedge, along with purple beech or orange Retz hornbeam. However, it is quite sensitive to salt and will have difficulty withstanding winds, especially maritime ones.

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Acer rubrum Redpointe - Maple (Foliage) Foliage
Acer rubrum Redpointe - Maple (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 12 m
Spread at maturity 6 m
Habit conical, pyramidal
Growth rate fast

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Flowering time March to April
Inflorescence Corymb
Fruit colour red

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour green

Botanical data

Genus

Acer

Species

rubrum

Cultivar

Redpointe

Family

Aceraceae

Other common names

Canadian Maple, Red Maple, Virginia Maple

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference152891

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Planting and care

The Acer rubrum Redpointe should be planted in spring or autumn in a deep, moist, slightly acid or neutral soil, in a sunny or partially shaded position. This tree does not tolerate chalky or dry soils. It is very hardy. Keep the soil moist during the first two summers after planting. Mulching can be beneficial to maintain soil moisture, depending on the climate. Pruning is not essential. Remove dead wood in spring.

Planting period

Best planting time February, October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Back of border, Free-standing
Hardiness Hardy down to -34°C (USDA zone 4) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture all types, Deep, well-prepared.

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture all types
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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