Royal Red Norway Maple

Royal purple foliage

Botanical Name- Acer platanoides 'Royal Red'

Pronunciation- AY-sir plat-an-OY-deez

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 30 ft

Mature Height- 40 ft

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #15

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Fauna Attracted- Bees (early-season pollen), various pollinating flies, migratory songbirds (for seeds)

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C/BR

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter to maintain shape. Tolerates a range of conditions but water during dry spells. Feed in early spring if soil fertility is low.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter, removing crowded or crossing limbs. Thinning helps maintain a well-structured canopy.

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