Autumn Blaze® Maple Tree
Acer x freemanii 'Jeffersred'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Autumn Blaze® Maple Tree
Plant Highlights
Autumn Blaze® Maple Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 3-8
Mesmerizing Fall Color Autumn Blaze® Maple
- Intensely Bright Red Fall Color Lasts and Lasts
- Improved Variety of Maple
- Fast Growing
- Disease and Pest Resistant
- Wonderful Shade Tree
- Award Winner
- Tried and True
- Adaptable to Many Soil Types
If you've ever wondered... "What's the name of the pretty tree that turns so red in fall?"
This is it! Autumn Blaze® Maple (Acer x freemanii 'Jeffersred') is the tree that everyone asks about. If you want to stick with what works, select this improved variety.
You'll be rewarded with a spectacular show once cooler weather comes around. This maple's 5-inch leaves turn, starting from the top of the tree. Watch in amazement as the brilliant color seeps down the length of the tree until all the leaves are red and orange-red. The leaves are so vibrant the neighbors can practically see them from blocks away.
The color starts earlier than other trees AND it lasts longer than other trees. It's a knockout, and that's why people love this tree so much. But that's not all.
Autumn Blaze® grows fast. As an improved cross between Red Maple (think color) and Silver Maple (think speed), this tree is the best of the best. It's one of the most popular varieties of Maples in the United States.
Even in winter, the look of the tree is wonderful. The ascending branches are placed evenly, and the overall profile is nicely symmetrical. It's balanced, well-structured, and even with a clean, oval outline.
We're not the only ones who think this tree is award-worthy. In fact, it has won numerous Tree of the Year awards.
Don't cheat yourself out of enjoying an award-winning Autumn Blaze® Red Maple. This tree produces remarkable color and is adored for its hardy nature. Don't miss out on how much excitement its fall color can add to your yard.
Autumn Blaze® Maple is not sterile, but they do not always produce a crop of samaras - so keep your trees stress-free to keep the seed production lower whenever you can. Autumn Blaze® Maple is an outstanding, proven selection if you want a bright red fall color and need rapid growth on your shade tree. This beauty will give you the dramatic fall accent you crave. Order today!
How to Use Autumn Blaze® Maple in the Landscape
Use this tree as a single specimen or plant several together for an unforgettable display along a fence or driveway. The symmetric oval canopy works well in either contemporary or rustic designs. You simply can't go wrong with this tree.
Autumn Blaze® Maples make an excellent, uniform shade tree as a specimen for your lawn. Or, use it as a street tree.
Many city planners have included this tree in their planting plans. The trees are adaptable to urban settings.
You'll also see this tree in many commercial plantings. That ought to tell you something about the easy-care nature.
With its polished presentation, formal plantings of Autumn Blaze® can be used in rows along parking lots or to screen out busy streets or undesirable views.
Many homeowners have planted them very successfully in long rows to give instant definition to property lines and long driveways. Turn something "ho-hum" into "wow factor" with this standout tree.
For close spacing, plant them 20 feet apart on center. You'll measure between the trunks. Or, give them more room to allow them to shine as individual trees with 40 feet of room between each trunk.
Autumn Blaze Maples can also be used in larger-scale mixed plantings, such as shelterbelts and windbreaks. The fast growth rate makes for quick cover and the red fall color looks fantastic mixed with evergreens and other deciduous trees with yellow fall color trees. For this, plant a staggered row with varying spacing from 20 to 40 feet.
Include other cultivars and species in your planting mix to create a really lush look, underplanting with Emperor One Japanese Maples, dwarf understory trees or even small shrubs and perennials!
#ProPlantTips
Autumn Blaze® Maple tree can tolerate most soil conditions, including clay soils. Give it regular water for best results, although with well-drained soil, it can tolerate occasional drought and wet soils for a brief period of time. Mulch the root system well to keep the root ball insulated and hold in moisture. Water new trees regularly to ensure they are established.
Plant in full sun for the most color and most vigorous growth. Trees in partial shade will have less color, and less vigor, so provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. These trees have a fast growth rate and are cold and heat tolerant in USDA hardiness zones 4 - 8.
This variety is pest and disease-resistant. Its strong, upright branches do an impressive job of resisting snow damage during winter. Minimal pruning is all that's needed to keep them looking good.
Pruning may be necessary to eliminate double or triple leaders, especially as a young tree. Simply decide which leader you want to keep and remove all the rest right back to the main trunk. It's easy!
Plan to do any light pruning in late winter, when your tree is dormant. If you miss your chance, late spring would be the next best time. Avoid pruning in the early spring when the sap is running, especially if you have an entertainment area or a car parked beneath. The sticky sap will drip and create a mess.
Order this magnificent plant from Nature Hills today! You'll get the "real deal" prepped and shipped to you in a sturdy box straight from the grower.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Grow the Autumn Blaze® Maple Tree?
Autumn Blaze® Maples need full sun and well-drained, enriched soil with regular watering to get established. After that, they are hardy, drought-tolerant, and self-sufficient trees! Find planting tips and care in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog!
Is Autumn Blaze® Maple a good tree?
The Autumn Blaze® is a fantastic large tree for shade, fall color, easy care, and fast growth, and thrives in a wide range of growing zones.
How big does an Autumn Blaze® Maple tree get?
The Autumn Blaze® Red Maple Tree has a mature height of 40-60 feet and a similar spread.
How fast does Autumn Blaze® Maple grow?
Considered a fast-growing tree, once established, the Autumn Blaze® Maples can put on at least 2 feet or more of growth per year, in optimal conditions.
Do Autumn Blaze® Maples have helicopters?
Autumn Blaze® Maple is a cross between Red Maple and Silver Maple and was thought to be seedless, but as the trees age, or if the plant is stressed (from drought, floods, or planting too deep) you may see some seed produced in some years.
What Shipping Options Do You Offer?
NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extremely high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won'ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Autumn Blaze® Maple for sale here at NatureHills.com!
