Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'
Red Maple












Large, emerald-green summer leaves. Foliage slowly turns from brilliant shades of red to red-purple in autumn. Seedless clone that is a quick-growing, large tree. Prefers moist, well-drained soils in full-sun. However, will grow in a range of soils including sandy, heavy clay, peat, dry, and poor-draining. Also very cold hardy and will tolerate wind.
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Family: Sapindaceae, soapberry family, a family of flowering trees, lianas, and herbaceous plants that occur in many temperate and tropical regions. Learn more about Sapindaceae.
Genus: Acer, ācer (Latin, adjective), meaning 'sharp', in reference to the pointed leaves. Commonly known as maple, a genus of various trees and shrubs. Learn more about Acer.
Species: Acer rubrum, rubrum (Latin, adjective), meaning 'red', in reference to the colour of this species' flowers. Learn more about Acer rubrum.
Cultivar: Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'
Common Name: Red Maple