Ruby Slippers Amur Maple

Bright red fall color

Botanical Name- Acer ginnala 'Ruby Slippers'

Pronunciation- AY-sir jin-AY-luh

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 20 ft

Mature Height- 20 ft

Sun Exposure- Full 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 after flowering or in late winter to shape. Water regularly in summer if rainfall is low. Feed with a slow-release fertilizer in spring.

Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering in late spring if needed. Remove crossing limbs, focusing on shape maintenance.

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