Acer platanoides 'Crimson Sentry' ~ Crimson Sentry Norway Maple
Crimson Sentry Norway Maple is a beautiful slow-growing deciduous tree with a very dense and narrow upright habit that is columnar when young and opens to oval as it matures. Its palmate foliage emerges bright red and matures to rich deep maroon-purple that holds well through summer before turning bright crimson for fall. Grows best in moist well-drained soils. Crimson Sentry is tolerant of strong winds, urban conditions, drought, and salt. Type: Tree Origins: Northeastern Europe Height: 20' - 25' Spread: 10' - 15' Spacing: 12' USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 - 7 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Yellow Season of Interest: Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly. Susceptible to verticillium wilt which is usually fatal. Shallow root system can crack or heave nearby driveways or sidewalks, and interfere with turf. LANDSCAPE USES: Group Plantings or Specimen Tree, Woodland Gardens, Privacy Screen, Stre