Acer r Brandywine #15
Acer r Brandywine #15
Brandywine Red Maple
Sterile flowers, no messy seedlings
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Cross between A. rubrum October Glory and A. rubrum 'Autumn Flame'. Sterile flowers are produced in spring, thus no fruit or undesirable messy seedlings. Long lasting fall color turns from red to brilliant reddish purple. Medium-sized shade tree with an oval crown. Has leafhopper resistance. Excellent for lawn, street, highway and park plantings.
Botanical Name- Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'
Pronunciation- AY-ser ROO-brum
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 12 ft
Mature Height- 25 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Prefers a slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil
Current Size- #15
Bloom Color- Red
Bloom Time- Early spring
Companion Plants- Blondie Dwarf Norway Spruce – adds layered seasonal interest as an understory companion
Fauna Attracted- Bees (early-season pollen), various pollinating flies, migratory songbirds (for seeds)
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C41
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring to remove crossing branches. Prefers evenly moist soil; mulch to retain water. Feed lightly in spring if needed.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring, focusing on structural integrity. Avoid heavy cuts that compromise shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 10-5-5) in spring just before bud break; moderate to high feeding need for younger trees. In clay, use compost to improve aeration and nutrient availability.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Verticillium wilt, aphids, leaf scorch, anthracnose
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