The U.S. National Arboretum introduced Sun Valley Red Maple, which has dependable rich red color in the fall. It is fully seedless and has an oval head that is uniformly dense since it is a cross between a Red Sunset Maple and an Autumn Flame Maple. Wherever its shade and beauty are most appreciated should be where Sun Valley Red Maples are planted. Due to its size, it should be planted at least 15 feet away from structures so that it has enough space to cast a lovely shadow. For this well-liked tree, parkways, front yards, and backyards are ideal sites.
| Plant Type |
Native, Trees |
| Hardiness Zone |
4-7 |
| Exposure |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring, Summer |
| Height | 15' - 25' (ft), 25' - 35' (ft) |
| Spread | 15' - 25' (ft) |
| Water Needs |
Average, High |
| Maintenance |
Low |
| Soil Type |
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH |
Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics |
Great Foliage |
| Tolerance |
Wet Soil |
| Attracts |
Birds, Wildlife |
| Garden Uses |
Hedges and Screens, Rain Gardens, Specimen |
Sun Valley Maple | Red Sunset Maple || The U.S. National Arboretum introduced Sun Valley Red Maple, which has dependable rich red color in the fall. It is fully seedless and has an oval head that is uniformly dense since it is a cross between a Red Sunset Maple and an Autumn Flame Maple. Wherever its shade and beauty are most appreciated should be where Sun Valley Red Maples are planted. Due to its size, it should be planted at least 15 feet away from structures so that it has enough space to cast a lovely shadow. For this well-liked tree, parkways, front yards, and backyards are ideal sites.
Native,
Full Sun, Partial Shade,
Spring, Summer,
Average Water Needs, High Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained,
Great Foliage,
Wet Soil Tolerant,
Attracts Birds, Attracts Wildlife, Hedges and Screens, Rain Gardens, Specimen
