Autumn Blaze Maple
For sale in Lawrenceville, GA
- Very Fast (3-5 ft/year)
- Full Sun
- Cold hardy to USDA Zone 8a
- Deer resistant
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About Autumn Blaze Maple
Autumn Blaze Maple (Acer x freemanii 'Jeffersred') is a hybrid between Red Maple and Silver Maple that combines the fast growth of Silver Maple, 3-5 feet per year, with the strong wood, brilliant fall color, and disease resistance of Red Maple, avoiding the weak, storm-prone branching that makes true Silver Maple a poor landscape choice. It reaches 50-60 feet tall and 35-40 feet wide, growing into a substantial oval shade tree faster than nearly any other tree of similar mature size. Fall color turns a consistent orange-red, appearing reliably earlier in the season than many other maples. Autumn Blaze is adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, including Georgia's clay, and tolerates both wetter and drier sites better than most maples once established. Because of its fast growth and eventual large size, it is best suited to bigger Gwinnett County lots where a quick-establishing, long-term shade tree is the goal, planted well clear of the house and any underground utilities.
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Plant Specifications
| Mature Height | 50-60 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 35-40 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate — adaptable, drought tolerant once established |
| Bloom Season | N/A (grown for fall foliage color) |
| Growth Rate | Very Fast (3-5 ft/year) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Pet Safe | Yes |
| Native to Georgia | No |
Planting Instructions & Regional Tips
Plant Autumn Blaze Maple in full sun with ample room for its 50-60 foot mature height and 35-40 foot spread; site it at least 20-25 feet from the house foundation and clear of overhead power lines. It adapts to a range of Georgia soils, including clay, without heavy amendment. Water deeply and regularly the first two to three years to support its very fast growth rate.
Fast Facts
- Hybrid maple combining fast growth with strong wood and fall color
- Mature size: 50-60 ft tall, 35-40 ft wide
- Very fast growth: 3-5 ft per year
- Reliable orange-red fall color, earlier than many maples
- Deer resistant, adaptable to varied soil conditions
- Needs significant space — plant well away from structures
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Autumn Blaze Maple FAQs
Is Autumn Blaze Maple a good tree for Georgia?
Yes, Autumn Blaze Maple performs well in Georgia's Zone 8a climate, tolerating clay soil and adapting to both wetter and drier planting sites. Its very fast growth rate of 3-5 feet per year makes it a popular choice for homeowners wanting a large shade tree established quickly, provided the yard has room for its eventual 50-60 foot size.
Is Autumn Blaze Maple deer resistant?
Yes, Autumn Blaze Maple is considered deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for Gwinnett County properties bordering wooded areas with regular deer traffic. As with any "deer resistant" plant, hungry deer in a hard winter may still sample new growth occasionally, but damage is typically minimal.