Acer platanoides 'Royal Red', Norway maple 'Royal Red'

Acer platanoides ‘Royal Red’ – Ornamental Red-Leaved Maple

Acer platanoides ‘Royal Red’ is an eye-catching ornamental tree with a dense, rounded crown and stunning deep burgundy to dark red foliage that retains its vibrant color throughout the growing season. This Norway maple cultivar is ideal for urban landscaping, private gardens, parks, and avenues where a strong decorative impact and resilience are desired.

🌿 Key Features:

• Botanical name: Acer platanoides ‘Royal Red’

• Plant type: Deciduous tree

• Height: Up to 10–15 m at maturity

• Spread: 6–8 m

• Crown shape: Broad, rounded

• Foliage: Glossy, deeply lobed leaves in rich dark red to purple tones

• Flowers: Small yellowish flowers in spring, before leaf-out

• Growth rate: Medium

• Hardiness zone: USDA 4–6 (down to -30°C)

✅ Benefits:

• Attractive red foliage adds year-round interest

• Tolerant of urban pollution and compact soils

• Perfect as a specimen tree or for planting along streets and paths

• Enhances visual appeal of any landscape

📍 Growing Requirements:

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately moist soil preferred

• Sunlight: Full sun for best foliage color

• Watering: Moderate – more frequent in dry periods or when newly planted

• Maintenance: Low – occasional pruning to shape or remove dead wood