ACER platanoides ‘Crimson King’

Rich purple-red foliage is retained throughout the summer. Excellent when used for foliage contrast.

Product Description

ACER platanoides ‘Crimson King’ – Crimson King Maple

Rich purple-red foliage is retained throughout the summer. During fall, the foliage will turn to a yellowish color. Excellent when used for foliage contrast. Best placed as a street tree or in a garden with a lot of shade. Native to Europe. Needs minimum pruning to keep the form of the tree.

Sun: Full Sun/Part Shade

Soil: Moist, Well-drained

Size: Height 30-40ft., Width 20-40ft.

Zone: 3-7

Flower: Yellow

Bloom Time: March to April

Attributes: Showy, Great Fall Color, Low Maintenance, Tolerant to Heat and Wide Range of Soils, Drought and Pollution