Firefall Maple

Brilliant Red Fall Color
Fast Growing Shade
Upright Landscape Form

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Firefall Maple

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Firefall Maple

Firefall Maple is a fast-growing deciduous shade tree valued for its upright form, strong landscape presence, and brilliant red fall color. This Freeman maple selection brings cooling shade, seasonal beauty, and reliable structure to lawns, parkways, streetscapes, and larger residential landscapes.

Why choose Firefall Maple?

Choose Firefall Maple for a handsome shade tree that combines vigorous growth, a refined upright canopy, and standout autumn color. As a Freeman maple, it offers qualities associated with red and silver maple parentage, including quick shade development and attractive fall performance. Its broad leafy canopy makes it useful as a lawn specimen, street tree where space allows, or anchor tree in large landscape designs. The bold red fall display gives it strong curb appeal at the end of the growing season.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Acer × freemanii ‘AF1’
Common Name: Firefall Maple
Plant Type: Deciduous shade tree
Growth Habit: Upright oval to broadly pyramidal shade tree

Firefall Maple Additional Information

Firefall Maple develops into a substantial shade tree with green summer foliage and a strong upright framework. Its most memorable ornamental season arrives in fall, when the leaves shift into bright red autumn color before dropping for winter. Spring flowers are typically subtle and not the main ornamental feature, though winged maple samaras may appear after bloom.

This deciduous tree is best placed where it has enough room for mature height, spread, and root growth. It works well in open lawns, broad streetscapes, parks, and larger landscape beds where quick shade and seasonal color are desired. Young trees benefit from structural pruning to encourage a single leader and well-spaced branches. Once established, Firefall Maple is a dependable landscape tree, but it performs best with good soil moisture, mulch over the root zone, and adequate space away from buildings, tight sidewalks, and overhead utilities.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Firefall Maple in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil and plenty of room for its mature canopy. Set the root flare at or slightly above grade, then backfill with native soil and water thoroughly.

2. Watering: Water deeply and consistently during the first growing seasons to support establishment. Once established, provide supplemental water during extended dry periods, especially in hot, exposed, sandy, or compacted sites.

3. Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch over the root zone to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperature. Keep mulch pulled back from the trunk and root flare.

4. Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, crossing, or crowded branches. Train young trees for one strong central leader and balanced scaffold branching.

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FAQs

How large does Firefall Maple get?
Firefall Maple typically matures into a large shade tree, often reaching about 45–60 feet tall and 30–40 feet wide, depending on soil, moisture, climate, and available growing space.
What color does Firefall Maple turn in fall?
Firefall Maple is known for vivid red fall foliage. Color intensity can vary with weather, site conditions, and seasonal temperatures, but it is selected for strong autumn display.
Where should I plant Firefall Maple?
Plant it in a sunny to partly shaded location with room for a large canopy. It is best suited for open lawns, parkways, streetscapes, parks, and spacious residential landscapes.
Is Firefall Maple a good shade tree?
Yes. Its upright, developing canopy makes it a strong choice for creating shade in larger landscapes, especially where fast-growing seasonal interest is desired.

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Tall Growth
Full Sun
Easy Plant

Mature Height	Medium: Up to 30 ft
Mature Spread	20+ ft
Growth Rate	Fast
Botanical Name	Acer x freemanii 'Bailston'
Bloom Time	Mid spring, Early Spring
Deer Resistant	Usually
Flower Color	Non Flowering
Family	Sapindaceae
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Medium
Size	#15 Container

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Growing Zones 3-7 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -40)

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