Royalty maple
Acer shirasawanum 'Royalty'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size10 to 15 feet tall5 to 8 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Green
Notes
'Royalty' maple (Acer shirasawanum 'Royalty') is a tree for specimen planting, shade, and fall color. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. New leaves emerge dark red and turn yellowish green in summer. The long, narrow leaves have serrated edges. Fall color brings yellows, oranges, and reds.
Pairs well with Ostrich fern, Peony, and Cotoneaster.