Maple, Prairie Rouge

Acer rubrum ‘Jefrouge’

Priced by size:

Size (HxW): 30’ x 15’

Growth Habit: Upright, narrow

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 3a

Foliage emerges red in spring, turns green in summer and bright red in fall

Unique silver bark with brick red branch tips gives winter interest

Features clusters of red flowers in late April before leaves form

Forms small helicopter seeds in spring and drop in mid-June; no prolific as they have a low germination rate

Requires 6+ hours of sun

Medium Growth Rate: ~12”/year

Individual Spacing: 15’

Root Space: plant at least 15’ from a foundation

No currently known diseases/pest concerns

Life Expectancy: 40 – 60 years

Native to North America (Ontario)

Plant Care:

- Prune in spring/summer after foliage emerges to prevent sap bleeding - Requires neutral pH and regular watering - Does not tolerate clay & high alkalinity

Description

Size (HxW): 30’ x 15’

Growth Habit: Upright, narrow

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 3a

Foliage emerges red in spring, turns green in summer and bright red in fall
Unique silver bark with brick red branch tips gives winter interest
Features clusters of red flowers in late April before leaves form
Forms small helicopter seeds in spring and drop in mid-June; no prolific as they have a low germination rate
Requires 6+ hours of sun
Medium Growth Rate: ~12”/year
Individual Spacing: 15’
Root Space: plant at least 15’ from a foundation
No currently known diseases/pest concerns
Life Expectancy: 40 – 60 years
Native to North America (Ontario)