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Red Sunset Maple

Name: Red Sunset Maple
Brand: Grasshopper Gardens
SKU: RSM-001
Price: 139.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (46 reviews)

Brilliant fall color: Produces vivid orange to red foliage earlier and more consistently than standard red maples.
Fast-growing shade: Quickly establishes a large canopy for cooling and landscape value.
Uniform structure: Strong central leader and balanced branching make it ideal for residential planting.
Cold hardy: Performs well in colder climates with excellent winter resilience.
Adaptable: Tolerates a range of soil conditions, including occasional wet sites.

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Red Sunset 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.

Why Choose This Plant?

Red Sunset Maple is an excellent option if you want dependable color and rapid growth in a shade tree.

Brilliant fall color: Produces vivid orange to red foliage earlier and more consistently than standard red maples.

Fast-growing shade: Quickly establishes a large canopy for cooling and landscape value.

Uniform structure: Strong central leader and balanced branching make it ideal for residential planting.

Cold hardy: Performs well in colder climates with excellent winter resilience.

Adaptable: Tolerates a range of soil conditions, including occasional wet sites.

Complete Care & Growing Guide

Light Requirements

Performs best in full sun for maximum growth and vibrant fall color, but tolerates light partial shade.

Soil

Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soils but adapts to a variety of soil types, including clay and loam. It tolerates occasional wet conditions better than many trees.

Watering

Requires regular watering during establishment. Once mature, it has moderate moisture needs but benefits from consistent watering during dry periods.

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