A narrow, upright red maple with brilliant fall color and strong adaptability
FEATURES:
- Striking crimson-red fall foliage that glows in the autumn landscape
- Upright, columnar form ideal for narrower spaces
- Fast-growing and dependable shade tree for residential or urban sites
- Tolerates a wide range of soils and adapts well to challenging conditions
- Provides a strong vertical accent while offering cooling shade
- Low-maintenance and long-lived for decades of beauty
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Autumn Spire pairs beautifully with lower, spreading shrubs and perennials, which emphasize its upright character. Plant in groups of three for a dramatic, structured look, or use as a single specimen to add height and vertical interest.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 40-50' tall
- Mature Width: 20-25' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 20-25' apart
A narrow, upright red maple with brilliant fall color and strong adaptability
FEATURES:
- Striking crimson-red fall foliage that glows in the autumn landscape
- Upright, columnar form ideal for narrower spaces
- Fast-growing and dependable shade tree for residential or urban sites
- Tolerates a wide range of soils and adapts well to challenging conditions
- Provides a strong vertical accent while offering cooling shade
- Low-maintenance and long-lived for decades of beauty
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Autumn Spire pairs beautifully with lower, spreading shrubs and perennials, which emphasize its upright character. Plant in groups of three for a dramatic, structured look, or use as a single specimen to add height and vertical interest.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 40-50' tall
- Mature Width: 20-25' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 20-25' apart
Why plant Autumn Spire Red Maple?
How to use Autumn Spire Red Maple in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
Autumn Spire is a fast-growing variety, often gaining 2 to 3 feet of height each year when planted in full sun and good soil conditions.
Its upright, columnar growth habit makes it ideal for narrow spaces where traditional Red Maples would be too wide, while still offering vibrant red fall color.
No. This tree naturally develops a strong, upright form with minimal pruning. Only remove crossing or damaged branches as needed to maintain health.