{"product_id":"red-maple-acer-rubrum-northern-source-800-seeds-hardy-deciduous-shade-tree-brilliant-red-fall-color-fast-growing-cold-hardy-urban-tolerant","title":"Red Maple – Acer rubrum (Northern Source) 800 Seeds | Hardy Deciduous Shade Tree  Brilliant Red Fall Color | Fast Growing | Cold Hardy | Urban Tolerant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"415\"\u003eRed Maple (\u003cem data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"214\"\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most versatile and widely planted native shade trees in North America. This Northern Source seed selection provides excellent cold hardiness and dependable growth across USDA Zones 3–9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eReaching 40–70 feet tall with a rounded to oval crown, Red Maple is valued for its rapid growth and year-round ornamental appeal. In early spring, clusters of red flowers bloom before the leaves appear. Reddish winged samaras follow, along with red buds and twigs that add seasonal interest. In autumn, the foliage turns a spectacular brilliant red, sometimes accented with orange or yellow depending on growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eLeaves are shiny green above and pale green beneath, 3–5 lobed and 3–6 inches wide with distinctive V-shaped angles. Red Maple performs well as a shade tree, street tree, specimen planting, windbreak component, or bonsai subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e✔ 800 \u003cem data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e (Northern Source) seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e✔ Clearly labeled seed packet\u003cbr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003e✔ Detailed germination instructions\u003cbr data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003e✔ Non-GMO seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003e✔ Secure packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eCommon Name: Red Maple, Scarlet Maple, Swamp Maple\u003cbr data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 3–9\u003cbr data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eHeight: 40–70+ feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eSpread: 30–50 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast to Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eSun: Full sun to part shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eSoil: Average to wet, well-drained; prefers slightly acidic soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eWater: Medium to wet\u003cbr data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: Low to Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eMaintenance: Low\u003cbr data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1658\"\u003eFall Color: Brilliant red (occasionally orange or yellow)\u003cbr data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eWildlife Value: Early nectar source and habitat tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003e🌳 Landscape Uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003e• Shade tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e• Street tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e• Specimen tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e• Group plantings or screen\u003cbr data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e• Bonsai\u003cbr data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003e• Urban landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e🌱 Germination Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1984\"\u003eFor best results, follow these steps in order:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003eCold stratify for 30 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eSow 1\/4 inch deep in well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003eKeep evenly moist during germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47826280382705,"sku":null,"price":102.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify6_20.jpg?v=1771971929","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/red-maple-acer-rubrum-northern-source-800-seeds-hardy-deciduous-shade-tree-brilliant-red-fall-color-fast-growing-cold-hardy-urban-tolerant","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}