Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple

Size: 200L
Sale price$1,200.00

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' – Canadian Maple is a structured, deciduous tree with upright form and consistent autumn colour. Triangular green leaves shift to vivid scarlet and crimson tones in mid-autumn, delivering strong seasonal impact in large-scale planting schemes.

They look excellent in avenue plantings, parks, or structured residential landscapes where uniform shape and bold autumn colour are priorities. A strong central leader and symmetrical canopy reduce pruning requirements, while adaptability to a range of soils supports reliable performance.

Well suited to temperate climates seeking scale, structure, and colour with low ongoing maintenance.

Please note, as living products, our trees naturally vary in size and appearance throughout the seasons. The photos on our website are provided as a helpful guide, but may not always reflect our current batches. We always aim to deliver stock as pictured, but some variation is to be expected. For up-to-date sizing, please refer to our current height guide. If you’d like to see photos of our current stock, just let us know—we’re happy to send them!

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About This Tree

Botanical Profile

Explore the essential characteristics and growth habits of this plant, curated to assist you in making an inspired and confident choice for your landscape.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height:

12 m – 15 m

Mature Width:

8 m – 10 m

Expected Growth Pear Year

45 – 75 cm per year (moderate to fast)

Evergreen/ Deciduous

Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months)

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Form & Shape

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple is considered:

  • Broad
  • Oval
  • Upright
  • Rounded
Australian Native?

No

Flowering Information

Flower Colour: Red

Flower Type:

  • Clustered

Flowering Period

  • Not Applicable
Foliage Type / Shape
  • Broad

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Here Is What Customers Like You Frequently Ask

FAQ

Q. Is this tree suitable for hedging or screening?
A. No, this variety is best used for avenues, shade planting, or as a large feature tree in open landscapes.

Q. How fast does Acer ‘Fairview Flame’ grow?
A. It grows at a moderate to fast rate, typically 45 – 75 cm per year under ideal conditions.

Q. What makes this maple different from others?
A. Its uniform structure, strong central leader, and consistent scarlet-red autumn colour make it a standout cultivar.

Q. Where should it be planted?
A. Perfect for avenues, parks, and larger residential landscapes where structure and seasonal change are desired.

Q. What kind of foliage and seasonal interest does it offer?
A. Triangular green leaves in spring/summer turn vibrant scarlet to deep red in mid-autumn. Early spring also brings red flowers.

Q. Is it low maintenance?
A. Yes, its naturally symmetrical habit minimizes pruning needs, and once established, it has moderate drought tolerance.

Q. What are its ideal growing conditions?
A. It thrives in full sun to part shade, in well-drained, slightly acidic soil, and with regular watering during establishment.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Hedging & Screening: Not suitable for hedging

Feature Tree: Plant 6 m – 8 m apart to allow full canopy and visual balance

Avenue Planting: Space 6 m – 8 m apart for structured, symmetrical avenues

How to Plant Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple

How to Plant Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame'

  1. Location Selection: Opt for an area that sees ample sunlight, enhancing its autumn hues.
  2. Soil Improvement: Integrate compost into the planting site to enrich soil.
  3. Hole Digging: Create a hole around twice the diameter of the sapling's root ball.
  4. Planting: Situate 'Fairview Flame' within, backfill with soil, and lightly press around.
  5. Initial Watering: Water deeply post-planting to establish the roots.

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

  • 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
  • 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
  • 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
  • 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
  • 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
  • 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
  • 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
  • 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
  • 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
  • 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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