Acer platanoides ‘Royal Red’ is a commonly planted Norway maple; its striking red leaves are its main ornamental feature. The tree can eventually grow to a height of 12 to 15 meters and has a broad, conical crown.
This tree is suitable for planting along green belts, in parks, or in larger gardens. It is also well-suited for planting on somewhat wider streets.
The relatively large, bright-red leaves provide a beautiful contrast to the many green-leaved trees in our surroundings. The inflorescence is yellow-green; the tree blooms in clusters, as is typical for the species, before the leaves emerge in April. Over the course of the summer, winged nuts 3 to 4 cm long appear.
Acer platanoides ‘Royal Red’ was introduced to the market in 1963 by Pacific Coast Nursery in Oregon, United States. Acer platanoides ‘Royal Red’ can sometimes be difficult to distinguish from the cultivars ‘Crimson King’ and ‘Faassen’s Black’.
It is a high-quality tree suitable for use in public spaces.
Location of photos: the Ardennes and our nursery
| Available in: | Wire clod |
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| Application: | Trees in containers, Trees on rooftops, Large gardens, Squares and parks, Solitary trees, Streets |
| Growing conditions: | (Partial) shade, Dry (sandy) soil, Normal soil, Tolerates some compaction, Moist (clay) soil, Wind-resistant, Sunny |
| Growth habit: | Oval / ovoid |
| Adult height: | First size trees 12+ m |
| Soil: | all soils |
| Flowers: | yellow-green in corymbs before leaf development (April) |
| Fruits: | 3–4 cm long, winged nut |
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