{"id":52047,"date":"2023-04-16T14:57:23","date_gmt":"2023-04-16T19:57:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/?post_type=product&p=52047"},"modified":"2026-04-17T15:12:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T20:12:37","slug":"autumn-blaze-maple","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/product\/autumn-blaze-maple\/","title":{"rendered":"Autumn Blaze Maple"},"content":{"rendered":"

Add bold color and dependable shade to your landscape with the Autumn Blaze Maple (<\/span>Acer \u00d7 freemanii<\/span><\/i> \u2018Jeffersred\u2019). Known for its vibrant fall foliage and reliable growth, this medium-to-large-sized shade tree brings structure and seasonal interest to any yard. Its upright form and scarlet-red autumn leaves make it a standout from late September through October. Easy to grow and quick to establish, Autumn Blaze is perfect for Chicagoland gardeners looking for a stunning, low-maintenance tree that thrives in full sun.<\/span><\/p>\n

Key Features:<\/b><\/h3>\n
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  • Brilliant Fall Color:<\/b> Turns vivid shades of scarlet red in early fall, offering a striking seasonal display.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Medium Size:<\/b> Reaches up to 35-40 feet tall, ideal for residential yards, patios, and streetscapes.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Full Sun Performer:<\/b> Grows best with six or more hours of direct sunlight each day.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Fast Establishing:<\/b> Builds canopy coverage quickly, offering shade and visual impact in just a few seasons.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Strong Structure:<\/b> Features symmetrical, upright branching for a clean, balanced silhouette.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Cold Hardy:<\/b> Thrives in USDA Zone 5, handling Chicagoland winters with ease.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Low Maintenance:<\/b> Requires little pruning and adapts well to urban or suburban landscapes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Care Tips:<\/b><\/h3>\n
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    • Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny spot for best color and form.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Water regularly during the first few growing seasons to encourage deep, resilient roots.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Apply mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and protect roots from temperature swings.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Prune in late winter to maintain structure and remove any damaged or crossing limbs.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Choose from 15 or 25 gallon containers or Ball & Burlap (B&B) for easy transplanting and strong starts.<\/span>\n

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      With its glowing fall foliage, easy care, and ideal size for home landscapes, Autumn Blaze Maple brings reliable beauty and shade to your outdoor space. It’s a must-have for gardeners who want high impact with minimal fuss.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Add bold color and dependable shade to your landscape with the Autumn Blaze Maple (Acer \u00d7 freemanii \u2018Jeffersred\u2019). Known for its vibrant fall foliage and reliable growth, this medium-to-large-sized shade tree brings structure and seasonal interest to any yard. Its upright form and scarlet-red autumn leaves make it a standout from late September through October. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":51022,"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-52047","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-variable"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/52047","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\/51022"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=52047"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=52047"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=52047"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=52047"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}