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Exposure
Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Nature Attraction
Leafhopper Resistant
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Best Characteristics
Fall Leaf Color
Growth Habit
Soil Moisture Needs
Average
Plant Type
Tree
Shade Tree
Medium Tree
Best Usages
Landscape Specimen
Wind Break
Provide Shade
Attributes
Privacy / Hedge
Produces Dense Shade
Sound Barrier
Specimen
Wind / Dust Break
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Acer rubrum 'Red Rocket'

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MAPLE 'RED ROCKET'

Red Rocket is the perfect Red maple for those small areas that need fiery red fall color. Red Rocket is a national Arboretum release and derived from a nothern Minnesota provenance. Exhibits high leaf hopper resistance. The combination of reduced size,and tight upright habit make this tree a perfect choice for tight urban areas.

A release from the United States National Arboretum plant release program.

Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips:
Maples are easy to grow, and adapt to most conditions. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer.
To give your plant the best start possible, we include a free fertilizer packet.
Interesting Notes:
Red Rocket is a National Arboretum release. High level of leaf hopper tolerance combined with a strongly columnar crown. May prove to be the best of tall and narrow maples.
USDA Hardiness Zone
3-7
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Height
30-35 Feet
Spread
8 Feet
Fall Color
Reddish Orange
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Sku #1346 Tree - 4-5 ft tall - 2 gallon Potted = (1.87 gallons / 7.09 liters) - * - (24 units available - S) Clearance: $19.95
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