Go Back Maple Sun Valley Red

Posted: March 6, 2021 at 1:40 PM
Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley'

Plant Type: Deciduous Trees

‘Sun Valley’ was selected by the National Arboretum because of its exceptional fall color and leafhopper resistance. A medium-sized tree with an oval crown and symmetrical branching. The fall color is brilliant red and quite long lasting. Only red male flowers appear in early spring thus producing no seed. Has performed well from Alabama and Georgia to Michigan and Oregon. Height: 30-40′. Spread: 20-25′. Shape: Ovate. Exposure: Full Sun. Foliage: Green. Fall Foliage: Brilliant red. Zone: 4-7

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Growing & Maintenance Tips:

Flower Color

Red (male flowers)

Foliage Color

Fall color is brilliant red.

Plant Spread

20-25'

Good Companions

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Plant Height

30-40'

Scape Height

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Hardness Zone

4-7

Soil Moisture

dry to moist.

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

Small to medium size tree. Great fall color.

Bloom Time

spring

Critter Resistance

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Exposure

full sun

Growth Rate

Average to fast.

Seasonal Interests

spring and fall color.