How Do You Plant A King Crimson Red Leaf Maple Tree?
Plant Crimson King red leaf maple trees (Acer platanoides ) for brilliant fall color without excessive mess and maintenance. Crimson King maples have an intense, dense maroon foliage all summer. These stately maples will attain a height of over 50 feet, spreading about 25 to 30 feet. They are hardy from zones 4-7. The tree is easily transplanted, grows rapidly and is adaptable to a wide variety of conditions including alkaline, acid, clay and sandy soils. Crimson King maples are strong trees that resist ice damage, disease, fierce winds and winter cold. Urban dwellers love these trees as they are not affected by car exhaust and they do not drop seed pods. Choose a sunny, well-drained location. When picking a spot to plant a Crimson King red leaf maple tree, consider the size of the tree at maturity. Locate the tree to avoid property boundaries, utility lines or buried pipes, buildings and other trees. Dig a hole twice the width and depth of the tree’s root mass. Set aside the soil remo
