Acer palmatum Red Sunset

Red Sunset Maple

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Deciduous ornamental tree with vibrant crimson foliage, turning orange-red in autumn. Compact habit suitable for garden focal points or large containers.
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Plant Details

Common Name Red Sunset Maple
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Acer
Species Palmatum
Variety Franksred
Origin Cultivar (USA/Europe) - Parentage: East Asia
Blooming Small greenish-red flowers in spring, primarily grown for foliage color
Leaf Color Crimson red to Orange-Red (Seasonal)
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic, rich loam with high organic matter and excellent drainage

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce frequency during dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Needs morning sun for red color; intense afternoon sun causes scorching in summer heat

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring before growth begins

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Pruning

Prune dead wood in late winter or early spring; minimal pruning required

Pest Control Aphid Japanese Beetle Leaf Miner Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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May
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eco Leaf Persistence 7 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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