A vigorous hybrid of red and silver maple combining fast growth with an upright symmetrical crown and dependable, long-lasting orange-red autumn colour. A premium street and shade tree.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 15 m H × 10 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Freeman Maple
Botanically, Acer ×freemanii is a fast-growing tree in the Sapindaceae family. It reaches around 15 m tall and 10 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage.
Where to grow Freeman Maple
Freeman Maple suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Freeman Maple does best in loamy, clay and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Freeman Maple is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Freeman Maple in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Freeman Maple in the garden
Freeman Maple earns its place for a shade tree, a feature or specimen planting and a windbreak.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Freeman Maple with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Freeman Maple
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