Autumn Blaze Maple ® Tree

Autumn Blaze® Maple Tree | Acer x freemanii 'Jeffersred' BEST VALUE: Premium 3 Gallon Tree — 4-5' Tall — Landscape Ready A nursery grown specimen delivered at landscape size. Skip years of waiting — this tree arrives ready to establish, root, and ignite your landscape with one of the most spectacular fall color displays in the industry. FILL MY BOX & SAVE — Autumn Blaze® Maple Buy 1 Autumn Blaze® Maple = $99.99 each Buy 2 Autumn Blaze® Maples = Save 15% & free shipping! Savings apply automatically at checkout. No code needed. Plant a pair along your driveway, property line, or open lawn for a breathtaking wall of brilliant red fall color. Why Autumn Blaze® Maple is Still Trending Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society — one of the most decorated landscape trees available Blazing brilliant red fall color that covers the entire canopy — one of the most vivid autumn displays of any tree Rapid growth rate of approximately 3 feet per year — you see dramatic results fast Sterile hybrid — no messy helicopter seeds, no unwanted seedlings Deer resistant, pet friendly, and cold hardy from Zone 3 to Zone 8 What This Tree Does For You Transforms your entire yard into a blazing red showcase every autumn — the kind of color that defines a neighborhood Provides a massive, cooling shade canopy at maturity (50-60' tall, 40' wide) Grows faster than almost any other shade tree — 3 feet per year means real impact within a few seasons Increases curb appeal and property value with a tree that has won Urban Tree of the Year twice Thrives in city streets and rural settings alike — adaptable, tough, and low maintenance once established Works beautifully as a specimen tree, street tree, or planted in pairs for a dramatic fall color corridor Plant Highlights Botanical Name: Acer x freemanii 'Jeffersred' Plant Brand: Autumn Blaze® Growing Zones: 3-8 Mature Height: 50-60 feet Mature Width: 40 feet Growth Rate: Rapid — approximately 3 feet per year Fall Color: Brilliant red — full canopy coverage, one of the most vivid fall displays available Foliage: Large green leaves (5 inches); blazing red in fall Light: Full sun Water: Occasional once established; moist, well-drained soil preferred Soil: Moist, well-drained; highly adaptable Type: Deciduous Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Friendly: Yes Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes Awards: Award of Garden Merit — Royal Horticultural Society; Urban Tree of the Year (two consecutive years) Grown by: The Plant Factory Add to cart now and lock in your savings — fall color trees at this size sell out fast. Premium Features & Solutions The Autumn Blaze® Maple is the result of a deliberate 1933 hybridization by Oliver Freeman, who crossed the fast-growing Silver Maple with the brilliant Red Maple. The result is a tree that inherits the best of both parents: the rapid growth of the Silver Maple and the stunning crimson fall color of the Red Maple. It is sterile, so you get all the beauty with none of the mess of helicopter seeds. At 4-5' tall in a 3 gallon container, this nursery grown tree arrives with an established root system ready to take hold immediately. It adapts to urban stress, pollution, and a wide range of soil conditions — making it one of the most versatile and rewarding landscape trees you can plant. Your Size Option: The 3 Gallon Tree (4-5' Tall) is the landscape-ready choice — the ideal balance of established size and transplant success rate. It ships safely and establishes quickly in your soil. Smart Growing Guide Beginner — Step by Step: Choose a spot in full sun with room to grow (allow 40' width at maturity) Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth Place the tree so the root flare sits at or slightly above ground level Backfill with native soil, water deeply, and apply 2-4 inches of mulch around the base (keep mulch away from the trunk) Water deeply once per week for the first season — consistency is key to establishment Fertilize in early spring with a 360-day slow-release fertilizer (HICOTE or SR-18-5-10) to fuel that rapid growth rate Advanced — Optimization Tips: Full sun is non-negotiable for maximum fall color intensity — shade reduces both growth rate and color vibrancy Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers after midsummer — they push late vegetative growth that diminishes fall color Prune crossed or competing branches during dormancy (late winter) to develop a strong central leader In Zone 3-4, mulch heavily around the root zone in late fall for the first two winters to protect establishment Moist, well-drained soil accelerates the already rapid growth rate — avoid compacted or waterlogged sites Pro Tips for Maximum Impact Plant in a location visible from inside your home — the fall color show is something you will want to see every day in October Use a pair along a fence line or driveway for a corridor of blazing red that defines your entire property Pair with evergreens in the background to make the brilliant red fall color pop even more dramatically Water consistently through August and September — well-hydrated trees produce the most vivid fall color Buy 2 and save 15% automatically at checkout — the fall color impact of a pair is exponentially more dramatic than one Frequently Asked Questions How fast does Autumn Blaze® Maple grow? Approximately 3 feet per year under good conditions — one of the fastest growth rates of any shade tree. You will see dramatic size gains within the first few seasons. What makes Autumn Blaze® different from other maples? It is a hybrid of Silver Maple and Red Maple, combining rapid growth with brilliant fall color. It is also sterile — no helicopter seeds — and has won Urban Tree of the Year twice and the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. When does the fall color appear? Typically early to mid-October, depending on your zone. The brilliant red covers the entire canopy — one of the most complete and vivid fall color displays of any deciduous tree. What size am I getting? You are receiving a 3 Gallon container tree that is 4-5 feet tall — a nursery grown specimen that is landscape ready and sized for fast establishment. How does Fill My Box work? Add 2 Autumn Blaze® Maples to your cart and 15% off applies automatically at checkout. No coupon code needed. Is this tree deer resistant? Yes. Autumn Blaze® Maple is deer resistant and also pet friendly. What zones does it grow in? Zones 3 through 8 — one of the widest cold hardiness ranges of any ornamental maple, making it an excellent choice for northern climates. How much sun does it need? Full sun. This tree performs best and produces the most vivid fall color in a full sun location. How often should I water it? Water deeply once per week during the first growing season. Once established, occasional watering is sufficient except during drought. Can I plant it near a fence or driveway? Allow adequate space — this tree reaches 40 feet wide at maturity. Plant at least 20 feet from structures, driveways, or utility lines. Does it produce seeds? No. Autumn Blaze® is a sterile hybrid and does not produce the helicopter seeds common to other maples. No seedlings, no mess. Do you ship to my state? We ship to most of the continental US. We do not currently ship to AK, HI, or PR. Shipping zones 3-11 are open. What if I receive a plant that looks different from the photos? See our note below — seasonal variation is normal and expected. You are investing in the tree's future, not just its current appearance. Take Action Now — Fall Color Trees at This Size Sell Out Every Season The Autumn Blaze® Maple at 4-5' tall is one of our most requested trees. Stock is limited and demand peaks in spring and early fall. Add to cart today — buy 2 and save 15% automatically at checkout. Ordering: Our processing time is usually 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday. Shipping: The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold orders until the threat is gone, ensuring you receive the healthiest, most viable product ordered. Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions — Summer above 95 degrees | Winter below 34 degrees Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you may receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There is a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it is not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they do not travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden. Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential. Note: The images and videos on our site are the best way to show off our products and show how good we are as growers. Depending on the season you buy, you may get a plant that is smaller or bigger than the picture shows. The plant might bloom like it does on our site, but it might not. We cut off the blooms most of the time because they don't ship well. When you buy our plants, think of them as an investment in your future garden, and enjoy the process of seeing it grow to its fullest.