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Acer × freemanii ‘Autumn Blaze’

Freeman Maple 'Autumn Blaze'

Award Winner Low Maintenance Hardiness H6

I hold the RHS | Award of Garden Merit

Acer × freemanii ‘Autumn Blaze’ is a fast-growing large maple with a dense oval crown and deeply cut green leaves that turn vivid orange-red in autumn. Its strong seasonal colour makes it particularly effective as a specimen or avenue tree, provided there is enough space for a mature crown that can spread well beyond 8m.

✅ Vivid orange-red autumn colour
✅ Fast-growing tree with a dense oval crown
⚠️ Large mature size needs generous space
SKU: ACER-22-Y
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Plant Details

Flowering Months

January, not a flowering month
February, not a flowering month
March, not a flowering month
April, flowering month
May, flowering month
June, not a flowering month
July, not a flowering month
August, not a flowering month
September, not a flowering month
October, not a flowering month
November, not a flowering month
December, not a flowering month

Size

Max Height
12.0 m +
Max Spread
8.0 m +
Growth Habit
Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.

Planting Position

Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North South East West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
Hardiness H6 (−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses
  • Architectural
Merits
  • Low Maintenance
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit

Acer × freemanii ‘Autumn Blaze’ Description

Acer × freemanii ‘Autumn Blaze’ is widely grown for its reliable autumn colour and its ability to establish more quickly than many ornamental maples. It forms a large deciduous tree with a dense, broadly oval crown and deeply lobed green leaves. As temperatures fall, the foliage develops strong shades of orange and red, creating a prominent late-season display. This is a substantial tree that can eventually exceed 12 metres in height and spread beyond 8 metres, so it is best suited to larger gardens, broad lawns, driveways and landscaped grounds. Grow it in full sun or partial shade in moist but well-drained soil. Allow sufficient distance from buildings, paving and smaller plants when choosing its permanent position.

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