Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple

• Avenue Planting
• Street Tree
• Shade Tree
• Feature Tree
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple works in an:

• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 12 m – 15 m

Mature Width: 8 m – 10 m

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple is expected to grow 45 – 75 cm per year (moderate to fast).

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple is expected to grow 45 – 75 cm per year (moderate to fast).

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate
• Fast Growth Rate

Is Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple frost tolerant?

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Acer rubrum ‘Fairview Flame’ produces clusters of small red flowers in early spring before the new foliage emerges. Though subtle, these blooms provide an early pollen source for beneficial insects and mark the beginning of its seasonal growth cycle.

Does Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Not Applicable

Flower Type:

• Clustered

Flower Colour:

Red

No

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple is Native to North America, where Acer rubrum (Red Maple) grows naturally in forests, wetlands, and river valleys. ‘Fairview Flame’ is a selected cultivar valued for its strong form and vivid autumn colour.

Its broad, spreading canopy provides excellent shelter for small birds, while its early-season flowers support native bees, hoverflies and other beneficial insects. The tree also contributes to a cooler micro-habitat that enhances biodiversity in larger garden spaces.

Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Acer rubrum ‘Fairview Flame’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions for the strongest autumn colour. It may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless improved with organic matter to boost drainage and aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures, particularly during hot or dry periods to support vigorous growth and foliage quality.

Is Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame' - Canadian Maple Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires consistent watering, but once established Acer rubrum ‘Fairview Flame’ develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs best with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods to maintain leaf health and maximise its vibrant autumn colour.