Autumn Blaze is an ornamental tree with stunning fall foliage that is flame-colored. In the spring, the leaves have a reddish tint; in the summer, they are fully green; and in the fall, they burst into a fiery display of yellow and red. In addition to its stunning fall color, Autumn Blaze's upright, rounded habit gives your yard excellent shade and will keep you and your house cool throughout the sweltering summer months. It is a deciduous tree that grows quickly and can get as tall as 35 feet and as wide as 30 feet. To -25 degrees, it is resistant. Plant Autumn Blaze in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. This maple prefers moist areas.
| Plant Type |
Native, Trees |
| Hardiness Zone |
3-9 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Height | 35' - 45' (ft), 45' - 55' (ft) |
| Spread | 25' - 35' (ft), 35' - 45' (ft) |
| Water Needs |
Average |
| Maintenance |
Average |
| Soil Type |
Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance |
Drought |
| Attracts |
Birds, Wildlife |
| Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens |
Autumn Blaze® Maple | Acer x freemanii 'Jeffersred' || Autumn Blaze is an ornamental tree with stunning fall foliage that is flame-colored. In the spring, the leaves have a reddish tint; in the summer, they are fully green; and in the fall, they burst into a fiery display of yellow and red. In addition to its stunning fall color, Autumn Blaze's upright, rounded habit gives your yard excellent shade and will keep you and your house cool throughout the sweltering summer months. It is a deciduous tree that grows quickly and can get as tall as 35 feet and as wide as 30 feet. To -25 degrees, it is resistant. Plant Autumn Blaze in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. This maple prefers moist areas.
Native,
Full Sun,
Spring, Summer, Fall,
Average Water Needs, Average Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained,
Plant of Merit, Showy,
Drought Tolerant,
Attracts Birds, Attracts Wildlife, Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
