Acer rubrum 'Autumn Flame'

A vibrant, fast‑growing maple with exceptional scarlet autumn colour

Acer rubrum ‘Autumn Flame’ is one of the finest Red Maple cultivars, renowned for its brilliant scarlet‑red autumn foliage and strong, upright growth. This striking deciduous tree offers year‑round appeal, with fresh green leaves in spring and summer that transform into fiery shades of crimson, orange, and red as the season turns.

Highly valued for its fast growth, reliable colour, and tidy oval crown, ‘Autumn Flame’ is ideal for avenue planting, large gardens, and landscape features where bold seasonal colour is desired. Its adaptability and resilience make it a dependable performer in Irish conditions.

🌿 Key Features

• Brilliant autumn colour — intense scarlet‑red foliage in autumn

• Fast‑growing — quickly develops into a strong, shapely tree

• Attractive summer foliage — lush green leaves that turn fiery red

• Versatile landscape use — ideal for avenues, lawns, and feature planting

• Hardy & reliable — thrives in a wide range of soils and conditions

🌱 Growing Information

• Height & Spread: 12–15m tall; 8–10m wide

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Prefers moist, well‑drained soil; tolerates clay

• Maintenance: Low; prune in late summer if shaping is needed

• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout Ireland