{"id":50981,"date":"2023-03-25T16:31:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-25T21:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=50981"},"modified":"2026-04-10T12:12:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T17:12:12","slug":"redpointe-maple","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/product\/redpointe-maple\/","title":{"rendered":"Redpointe Maple"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Repointe Maple\u00a0<\/strong>(Acer rubrum)<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring bold structure and fiery fall drama to your garden with the <\/span><b>Redpointe\u00ae Maple<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Hardy in USDA Zone 5, this standout red maple is an ideal choice for Chicagoland landscapes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Key Features:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Brilliant Fall Color:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Leaves shift from deep green in summer to vibrant scarlet red in fall for a spectacular seasonal show.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Elegant Upright Form:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Naturally pyramidal shape with a strong central leader and well-spaced branches that create a clean, formal look.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ideal Landscape Size:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Grows 40 to 45 feet tall and 25 to 30 feet wide. A great fit for front yards, backyards, or lining property borders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fast Growing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Adds 2 &#8211; 3 feet of height per year under good conditions, quickly reaching mature size.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Zone 5 Hardy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Thrives in Chicagoland\u2019s climate and is well suited to the cold winters of northern Illinois.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Low Maintenance and Adaptable:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tolerates a wide range of soil types including moderately wet or slightly alkaline clay. Prefers well-drained sites.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Urban Friendly:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Clean branching and a relatively shallow root system make it a smart choice for street trees or city yards.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Care Tips for Zone 5:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sunlight:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Plant in full sun to partial sun for best growth and color. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Watering:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Water deeply 1-2 times per week during the growing season. Increase frequency during hot, dry periods or while the tree is establishing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Soil and Mulching:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Prefers slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained soil. Apply 2 to 4 inches of mulch around the base, keeping it a few inches away from the trunk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fertilizing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Feed with a balanced tree fertilizer in early spring to support strong growth and vivid foliage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pruning:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Minimal pruning needed. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches in late winter or early spring.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pest and Disease Resistance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Generally hardy with few major pest or disease issues. Avoid overwatering to prevent root problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re looking to create a stunning focal point, boost curb appeal, or add reliable shade, the Redpointe\u00ae Maple delivers standout beauty and performance in Zone 5 gardens. Its fast growth, brilliant color, and easy care make it a favorite for Chicagoland gardeners.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MAPLE, REDPOINTE #25 POT<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":51160,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[1968,1969],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-50981","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-trees","7":"product_cat-shade-trees","9":"first","10":"instock","11":"taxable","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/50981","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/51160"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=50981"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=50981"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=50981"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=50981"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}