Two Red Maple Tree Seedlings 12 to 18 Inches Acer Rubrum Autumn Color Bare Root

Description: I SHIP TREES ONLY ON MONDAY. I PACK THE TREES ON SUNDAY EVENING AT 4PM EST. This is a deciduous tree. If you buy trees in winter, the branches will be barren of leaves. If you buy trees in springtime, you will see leaf buds and new leaves. In summertime, the branches have many leaves. You will notice that leaves are wilting or have already fallen off the branches in autumn. You will receive two Red Maple seedlings. Your seedlings will measure between 12 inches and 18 inches tall, not counting the root system. This is the height of the seedling from the soil line. The seedlings will grow an average of one foot per year. The Red Maple makes a stunning colorful tree in your yard or garden. Red Maple Facts If you've been on the lookout for great fall color, check out the native red maple. Each autumn the leaves of these trees erupt into a blaze of yellow, orange, and red. The colorful show lasts for several weeks. As a native plant, red maple is also a favorite of local wildlife. It is an abundant seed source and also blooms in the winter, when flowers are rarer. Birds in particular are attracted to this inviting tree. Characteristics Red maple (Acer rubrum) is usually found in USDA Hardiness Zones 4A through 9B. At maturity, red maples can be 60 to 75 feet tall and 25 to 35 feet wide. Away from water sources and in warmer climates they are often smaller. Regardless of final size, red maples form an irregular, round, upright crown. The shade beneath is moderate but raised roots can make mowing difficult. Proper mulching can help level out the ground below the canopy. Of course the most notable feature of red maple is its colorful, deciduous foliage. Come spring, your red maple tree will put on yet another show. This tree flowers between January and March, when blooms are scarce. Beautiful red flowers and fruits emerge beginning in late winter, before the new leaves. The fruits are two-winged seeds, popular with native birds and other wildlife. Planting and Care Also known as "swamp maple," red maples are naturally found in swampy areas. This tree does best in wet, acidic soil with high organic matter. They will grow in other locations if they receive adequate irrigation. As a swamp plant, red maple will grow in partial shade but prefers full sun. Acidic soil conditions are best; trees become chlorotic and manganese deficient at pH levels above 7.2. They are not salt tolerant, either. Otherwise red maple is fairly tolerant of different soil conditions. Red maples have a fast growth rate and require pruning to develop a strong structure. Remove branches that compete with the central leader. In general no branch should grow to be larger than half the diameter of the trunk. Branches that reach out at a wide angle from the trunk are the least prone to breakage. Acer rubrum tolerates southern heat, sand, and pests well. Most pest issues in red maple are mild and are usually controlled by predatory insects. Caring for your Red Maple Tree Seedlings Pot your seedlings immediately using potting soil when you receive them. Water the baby tree thoroughly. Keep the seedlings moist in shade or part-shade. Avoid full sun exposure other than morning sun. Give the seedling several months in the potting soil to grow stronger then you can plant wherever you like. Extreme care will be taken in shipping your beautiful baby trees. The trees will be well hydrated. The roots will be wrapped in wet towels covered in plastic. So that the shipping is expedited and the baby trees make the trip from my home to yours without delay, I WILL ONLY SHIP ON MONDAYS. I PACK THE TREES ON SUNDAY EVENING by 4PM.

Price: 5 USD

Location: Cumming, Georgia

End Time: 2024-12-23T20:07:08.000Z

Shipping Cost: N/A USD