Price range: €600.00 through €1,000.00
Famous for its dazzling display of brilliant orange-red to deep scarlet foliage, the Acer ‘Autumn Blaze’ (Acer × freemanii ‘Jeffersred’) is a magnificent, fast-growing ornamental shade tree. Combining the structural strength and vibrant red autumn color of the Red Maple (Acer rubrum) with the rapid growth rate and adaptability of the Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum), it makes a standout feature tree for gardens, driveways, and open landscapes.
Size : 10-12ft
If you are looking for spectacular late-season colour, the Acer ‘Autumn Blaze’ delivers an unmatched autumn spectacle. During spring and summer, its deeply cut, five-lobed leaves showcase a lush, dark green canopy with subtle reddish tints. As temperatures drop, the foliage transforms into an intense, long-lasting “blaze” of crimson, bright red, and burnt orange that stays on the tree weeks longer than other maples.
With a growth rate of up to 1 metre (3 feet) per year under optimal conditions, it quickly forms a symmetrical, broad-oval crown, providing dense, refreshing shade within just a few seasons.
Unrivalled Fall Foliage: Intense, reliable crimson-red autumn colour every year.
Fast-Growing Hybrid: Hybrid vigour allows it to establish rapidly and provide shade quickly.
Low Maintenance & Clean: Unlike some maples, Autumn Blaze produces minimal seed pods (keys), keeping lawns and driveways tidy.
Fully Hardy in Ireland: Highly resilient to cold Irish winters and adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, including wet soil and heavy clay.
Position & Sun: Best planted in Full Sun to achieve the brightest red autumn foliage, but will tolerate partial shade. Choose a sheltered site out of severe coastal winds to protect branches.
Soil Requirements: Adapts well to most moist, well-drained soils. Thrives in neutral to slightly acidic soils.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first 2–3 growing seasons until the root system is established.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. If shaping is necessary, prune during the dormant winter months (November to February) to prevent sap bleeding.
Q: How fast does an Acer Autumn Blaze maple tree grow?
A: Under ideal conditions, Autumn Blaze is a fast-growing tree that grows between 60 cm and 90 cm (2 to 3 feet) per year, quickly maturing into a full shade tree.
Q: How far from a house or driveway should I plant an Acer Autumn Blaze?
A: Because Autumn Blaze maples reach a mature spread of 8–12 metres, we recommend planting at least 6 to 8 metres away from house foundations, walls, or underground utilities to give the roots and broad canopy room to grow.
Q: Can Autumn Blaze Maple tolerate wet soil in Ireland?
A: Yes, thanks to its Red and Silver Maple parentage, Autumn Blaze handles moist soils and heavy clay exceptionally well, provided the area does not remain waterlogged for long periods.
| Size | 10 – 12 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Acer × freemanii 'Jeffersred' (AUTUMN BLAZE®) |
| Common Name | Freeman's Maple / Canadian Red Maple |
| Mature Height | 10m – 15m (30–50 ft) |
| Mature Spread | 8m – 12m (25–40 ft) |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous (Green in spring/summer, Red/Orange in autumn) |
| Growth Rate | Fast (60–90 cm per year) |
| Hardiness Rating | Fully Hardy (H6 / RHS) |
| Tree Quantity | 5 Trees for €600 ( 10 – 12ft ), 10 Trees for €1000 ( 10 – 12ft ) |
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