Acer rubrum 'Schlesingeri'

RHS Plant Profile
red maple 'Schlesingeri'
Trees

A deciduous tree, to around 20m high, with a dense, upright habit, and lobed and toothed green leaves with grey-green undersides, that turn deep red in autumn. Clusters of small red flowers are produced before the leaves in spring, followed by red-tinted, winged fruits. Autumn colour starts early for this cultivar, and can last for up to a month

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

Higher than 12 metres

Max Spread

wider than 8 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
20–50 years
Max Spread
wider than 8 metres
Max Height
Higher than 12 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Sapindaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Columnar upright
Genus
Acer can be deciduous trees or large shrubs with paired, often palmately-lobed leaves and small flowers followed by characteristic winged fruits. Many have fine autumn colour, and some have ornamental stems
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moisture-retentive, well-drained, neutral to acid soil with sun or partial shade. Lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure can lead to leaf scorch. See tree cultivation for more advice

Propagation

Propagate by grafting

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Architectural
  • Low Maintenance

Pruning

Minimal pruning required; see pruning group 1

Pests

May be susceptible to Acer gall mite, aphids, caterpillars and horse chestnut scale

Diseases

May be susceptible to Verticillium wilt, Acer leaf scorch and honey fungus