Acer rubrum Autumn Thrives best away from hot

Thrives best away from hot dry conditions

purple and gold that makes this tree a must have for larger gardens

and is at risk if exposed to extended periods of very cold temperatures

large heart-shaped leaves

Acer rubrum Autumn Thrives best away from hotA tree renowned for its spectacular scarlet autumn hues. Although the leaves are dark green in summer, its winter twigs have a red hue, as do its tiny spring flowers, which provide a cheery, if modest, second season of interest. The leaves themselves emerge in spring a pale yellow gradually darkening to green. Of North American origin, Acer rubrum has been cultivated in Europe since the 1600's. It grows on most soils in the UK, but rarely colours well