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10 Red Maple (Acer rubrum) Seeds

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Acer Rubrum Seeds (Red Maple)

Overview:
Acer Rubrum, commonly known as the Red Maple, is a fast-growing, deciduous tree native to North America. Renowned for its striking red fall foliage and beautiful spring flowers, it’s a popular choice for landscaping and reforestation projects. Red Maples thrive in a variety of soil types and are known for their adaptability, making them a great option for both urban and rural settings.

Product Description:
These Acer Rubrum seeds offer the opportunity to grow your own Red Maple tree, a species admired for its vibrant autumn colour and elegant form. Red Maples are known for their early spring blooms of reddish flowers, followed by lush green leaves that turn brilliant shades of red, orange, and yellow in the fall. The seeds are easy to plant and will yield a hardy tree that grows quickly, often reaching heights of 40–60 feet at maturity.

Key Features:

  • Vibrant Fall Foliage: Brilliant red, orange, and yellow leaves in autumn.
  • Fast-Growing: Ideal for adding beauty and shade quickly to your landscape.
  • Adaptable: Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, from wet to well-drained.
  • Wildlife-Friendly: Provides food and habitat for birds and other wildlife.
  • Low Maintenance: Once established, the Red Maple requires minimal care.

Planting Instructions:

  1. Soak the Seeds: Soak seeds in warm water for 24-48 hours before planting to help soften the seed coat.
  2. Cold Stratification (Optional but Recommended): For optimal germination, cold-stratify seeds by placing them in a moist paper towel or sand in the refrigerator for 30–60 days.
  3. Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep in well-drained soil.
  4. Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
  5. Watering: Keep the soil moist during the germination process and throughout the tree’s early growth.

Perfect For:

  • Backyard landscaping and shade trees
  • Urban parks and streetscapes
  • Wildlife gardens and naturalised areas
  • Erosion control and reforestation efforts

Grow your own beautiful Acer rubrum tree and enjoy the stunning seasonal transformation it brings to your landscape year after year!