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Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley' Tree

Name: Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: ARS.SS.10.1
Price: 85.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Red Maple Trees

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Multi stem tree

Two or more stems arising from or near ground level

Mature standard tree

1.8m-2.0m clear stem with a branched crown on top

Single stem tree

Classic tree with one trunk

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Final size 5 x 4 metres in 20 years

Foliage Blue-green leaves in spring and red-orange in autumn

Soil Suited to most soil types, preferring moist but well-drained sites

Description

Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley' is favoured for its bright, colourful foliage and slightly smaller size than many other varieties of red or Scarlet Maple tree. In spring, slightly blueish-green leaves appear, then darken and in early autumn they burst into fiery shades of red and orange. 'Sun Valley' grows to approximately 5 x 4 metres in 20 years in an attractive, rounded flame shape.

A cousin of the beautiful Acer rubrum Somerset, 'Sun Valley' is a tough tree that will grow in most soils that are moist but well-drained and can cope with occasional drought. It is suited to a a sunny position although semi-shade will also suit. With a pleasing shape and such vibrant autumn foliage, Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley' is a popular variety of Red Maple tree.

AKA Red Maple tree, The Scarlet Maple

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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