Height: Varies with cultivar, Autumn Red and October Glory reach over 12m Width: Larger cultivars may spread to 9m Best feature: Autumn colour Worst feature: Not attractive to local birds and insects Ideal for: Larger gardens where shade is desired. |
Red Maples have been grown as street trees in North America for a very long time and are being used more commonly in Australia. There are many cultivars to choose from, many being drought tolerant. They are grown for their impressive autumn foliage and upright form.