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Acer rubrum 'Armstrong' - Columnar Red Maple

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Acer rubrum 'Armstrong' is a splendid Columnar Red Maple tree that exudes majesty while fitting effortlessly into your landscape. Adorn your outdoor living space with this compact vertical marvel, which towers up to an impressive 60 feet while maintaining a modest 15 feet wide, perfect for small or fully-grown gardens. Bright red flowers bloom in spring while its illustrious leaves transition from a vibrant green in summer to a fiery array of crimson and gold in the fall. This captivating year-round visual display is paired with the plant's appreciation for moderate water use and partial to full sun exposure. The Acer rubrum 'Armstrong' not only brings a vertical elegance and rich, changing color to your garden but also thrives with low maintenance — an ultimate choice for any landscape enthusiast looking for a versatile yet striking addition to their green spaces. Its columnar, upright shape, and its adaptability to diverse soil conditions make it a resilient and attractive choice for urban or suburban landscapes.

  • Size: Up to 40-60 feet tall, 10-15 feet wide
  • Flowers: Red flowers in spring
  • Foliage: Red to green leaves that turn crimson and gold in the fall
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Shape/Form: Narrow, columnar growth habit.
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