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Brandywine Maple Tree

Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'

Regular price $2395
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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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Plant Highlights

Brandywine Maple Tree highlights at a glance!

Specifications

  • Brand
    Nature Hills' Choice
  • Botanical Name
    Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'
  • Growing Zones
    4-8
  • Mature Height
    40 feet
  • Mature Spread
    30 feet
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun
  • Moisture
    Moderate
  • Soil
    Widely Adaptable
  • Growth Rate
    Fast
  • Flower Color
    Yellow
  • Fall Color
    Orange, Red, Purple
  • Pollinator Friendly
    Yes
  • Pruning Time
    When Dormant
  • Bloom Period
    Early Spring

Fabulous Fall Show Brandywine Maple Tree

  • Seedless Male Variety!
  • Incredible Red-Purple Fall Foliage Lasts a Long Time
  • Fast Growing Variety
  • Nice Symmetrical Form
  • Perfect, Medium-Sized Tree for Suburban Lots
  • Great Shade Tree
  • Easy Care & Widely Adaptable
  • Superior Pest Resistance

People just love the bold fall color of the Red Maple leaves. But they don't like the winged seeds clogging up their gutters, or the huge size of the Silver Maples.

The Brandywine Maple Tree (Acer rubrum 'Brandywine') is one of the most desirable Maples for fall color. It's consistent from year to year.

You'll love the vivid autumn color display that slowly changes from summer green to blaze orange and finally deepens into the most amazing scarlets and luscious purples. The fall color holds for several weeks, a glorious end to your growing season.

Go ahead and make your neighbors jealous! Brandywine Maple will be one of the most beautiful trees on your block or in your neighborhood. Get ready to have people slow down and stare!

Not only is the breathtaking fall color a fantastic feature, but you'll also love the pretty shape. With limbs held upright, the canopy gradually develops into a rounded oval.

You won't need to prune much to create this lovely outline, either. Brandywine grows nicely into that pleasing form all by itself!

Brandywine is easy to care for. This male selection was developed by the US National Arboretum and it does not produce any seed.

Yes, you read that right! Brandywine doesn't produce those annoying whirlybirds (maple seeds are technically called samaras). No hassles with gutter cleanout, and no baby Maple trees popping up everywhere.

It also thankfully shows superior pest resistance. Great color, and shape, no seeds or pests. Win, win, win, win! No wonder people love this tree!

Brandywine also has sterile red flowers in spring and the new leaves are red-tinged which stands out! The lovely, smooth, light-gray bark when young transforms to a deeper gray as it grows. The branch structure is well-balanced and looks good in wintertime.

If you have a suburban lot, you're in luck. The Brandywine Maple is not too large or too small. This medium-sized tree is an ideal choice for modern yards.

Order yours today to start your journey with this delightful and attractive tree! We sell out of this popular seedless variety each year. Don't hesitate, or you might miss out.

Are we out of stock? Be sure to put your email down to receive a notification when the next crop is prepped and ready.

How to Use Brandywine Maple Tree in the Landscape

This is the perfect lawn tree or specimen. Plant it where you'll see it from your deck, or from your windows.

Plant it at least 30 feet away from sidewalks and driveways. Maple roots are shallow, so give them the space they need to spread out and support your Brandywine.

Why not use it as an anchor in a planting bed near a rustic outdoor entertainment area? Add a fire pit, a hammock stand, and several hammock chairs. Underplant your tree with evergreen shrubs and Ornamental Grasses for an outstanding display.

Add several to a mixed shelterbelt or wind,break for a gorgeous fall display. Use one near the edge of a pond to catch that magnificent reflection.

If you have the room, consider planting an informal grove of 3, 5 or 7 trees. Use a loose zig-zag, and vary the spacing between trees from 12 to 20 feet for the most natural look. Leave room for a nature path between two of your trees.

Add a special bench seating arrangement nearby! We hope you'll be inspired by this beautiful deciduous tree in your space. Give it room to grow, and you'll be thrilled with it.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Give Brandywine Maple full sun, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. The more sun, the more color!

This easy-care selection of Red Maple prefers deep, rich, moist soil. Ideally, the soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic.

If you have heavy soil that holds water for extended periods of time, create a mound by heaping additional soil 18 inches tall by 3 feet wide. You can plant directly in that mound. Edge your mound to create a raised bed, if you prefer.

Apply a 3-inch layer of mulch to young trees, and spread it 3 feet outside the canopy. Pull the mulch away from the tree trunk by several inches. You'll easily keep the root systems nice and cool and slowly work to improve your soil.

Provide a moderate amount of water on a regular basis. You'll need to add supplemental water if you don't receive enough rainfall.

Prune just after it leaves out in spring if needed. This will prevent sap from dripping.

Enjoy that amazing, long-lasting red and purple fall color. What more could one want in a Maple? How about no seeds and a fantastic form?

Order your Brandywine Maple Tree today!

Customer Reviews

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Helen
To early to determine. So

To early to determine. So far doing okay. Freezing here at night now

Dear Helen,

Thank you so much for sharing your early thoughts with us. We’re glad to hear your new plants are doing okay so far, especially during these chilly nights! Since freezing temperatures can be tough on young or sensitive plants, you might consider using frost cloths or protective covers to help shield them during the coldest hours. If you haven’t already, you can also check out our helpful frost protection tips and seasonal care guides on NatureHills.com to keep your garden thriving all year round.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need advice as things progress. We’re here to support you every step of the way!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

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Helen
To early to determine. So

To early to determine. So far doing okay. Freezing here at night now

Hello Helen,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We completely understand that it’s still early days and that colder nights can make a difference for your plants. Since it’s freezing there at night, you might want to consider some extra protection like frost cloths, mulching around the base, or even bringing container plants indoors temporarily to help keep your new additions cozy until warmer temperatures settle in.

If you have any questions about specific plant care or a particular species, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always happy to assist!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

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Joe
Nice addition

Got a little heat stressed in the mail, so it lost most of it's leaves right away. It'll survive just fine. I was a little upset about them holding onto the tree for nearly two months until late-Sept, but heat stress still happened on the way up from FL to MN. They were right to do that. Nice tree. Good size. Cool fall color, kind of a burgundy/peach. Quite different than a October Glory or Autumn Blaze. This one will be a nice addition next to the house because of it's smaller eventual size.

Hello Joe,

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful review and details about your new tree! We truly appreciate your understanding about the heat stress during shipping—it’s definitely a challenge when transporting plants from warmer climates like Florida to Minnesota. It's great to hear that the tree’s survival spirits are strong despite losing some leaves along the way.

We agree that the unique burgundy and peach tones you’re seeing are quite captivating and add a lovely contrast to more common fall colors like October Glory or Autumn Blaze. Its smaller eventual size will make a wonderful addition next to your house, providing beauty without overwhelming the space.

To help your tree thrive through the seasonal changes, you might consider mulching around the base to retain moisture and putting up some heat protection next summer if temperatures rise again during transit/early growth. If you ever have any questions on care or acclimating it to Minnesota’s climate, please feel free to reach out!

Thank you again for choosing Nature Hills — we’re delighted to be part of your gardening journey.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

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Joe
Nice addition

Got a little heat stressed in the mail, so it lost most of it's leaves right away. It'll survive just fine. I was a little upset about them holding onto the tree for nearly two months until late-Sept, but heat stress still happened on the way up from FL to MN. They were right to do that. Nice tree. Good size. Cool fall color, kind of a burgundy/peach. Quite different than a October Glory or Autumn Blaze. This one will be a nice addition next to the house because of it's smaller eventual size.

Hello Joe,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! We understand how tricky it can be dealing with heat stress during shipment, especially with plants traveling such a long distance from FL to MN. It’s wonderful to hear that despite losing some leaves initially, your tree is doing well and will likely thrive. You’re right—delaying the shipment until late September was definitely meant to give the tree the best chance possible during transit.

We love that you’re enjoying the unique burgundy/peach fall colors and appreciate the contrast it presents compared to the typical October Glory or Autumn Blaze maples. It sounds like it will be a fantastic smaller-sized addition next to your home! For future care, keeping an eye on consistent watering during heat spells and graduate acclimation as it gets established can help build its strength for many seasons to come.

If you’d like, we’re here to provide tips on summer care or fall prep to make sure that unique beauty only grows stronger each year. Thanks again for your thoughtful review, Joe, and for welcoming this special tree into your garden!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

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Paul
Love It!

Great tree! Can’t wait to watch it mature. Thanks!

Hi Paul,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you love your new tree and share your excitement about watching it grow. To help your tree thrive over time, be sure to give it proper watering, mulch application, and seasonal care—our website has a variety of handy guides tailored for young trees that might interest you.

If you ever have any questions or need advice along the way, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you every step of the way!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team