Rubrum cappadocian maple
Acer cappadocicum 'Rubrum'
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones5 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Rounded
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Rubrum' cappadocian maple (Acer cappadocicum 'Rubrum') is a tree for pollinator gardens and low maintenance landscapes. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil. It grows at a rapid rate and forms a rounded shape. The flowers open in early to late spring and attract bees.
Pairs well with Horse chestnut, Royal Purple smoketree, Halcyon hosta, and Queen of Night tulip.