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Acer x freemanii 'Scarsen' (Scarlet Sentinel)

Family Aceraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   4a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height
Spread
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Acer x freemanii 'Scarsen' (Scarlet Sentinel) (freeman's maple) bears bright red blossoms during early spring to mid spring. The showy matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Acer x freemanii 'Scarsen' (Scarlet Sentinel) (freeman's maple) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Acer x freemanii 'Scarsen' (Scarlet Sentinel) (freeman's maple) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics Acer x freemanii 'Scarsen' (Scarlet Sentinel) tolerates wet sites, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions The growth rate of Acer x freemanii 'Scarsen' (Scarlet Sentinel) (freeman's maple) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.