Acer rubrum ‘Franksred’
| Common Name | Red Sunset® Red Maple |
|---|---|
| Genus | Acer |
| Species | rubrum |
| Cultivar | 'Franksred'/ Red Sunset® |
| Zone | 3 to 9 |
| Habit | Large Rounded tree. Moderate growth rate. |
| Height | 45 to 50 Feet |
| Spread | 35 to 40 Feet |
| Foliage | 3-5 lobed, gray green underneath. New growth is often red. Deciduous., toothed. Medium green top |
| Flower | March-April., reddish-purple, Small |
| Fruit | Winged fruit. |
| Culture | Full sun to partial shade. |
Description
The best red maple for fall color. Extremely cold hardy.




