Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' – Acer rubrum 'Scanlon'

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Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' – Acer rubrum 'Scanlon'

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Medium-sized tree with a compact and narrow columnar crown. Height 10 to 12 m. Spread circa 4 m. Branching usually low. Perfect street and avenue tree. Trunk grey, young twigs are red-brown. The leaf stalk is red too. The leaf is shiny green and 10 cm. The underside is blue-green. Autumn colours in purple and orange hues. The red flowers appear before the leaves. The tree develops a sturdy main root with many fibrous rootlets. In limy and dry soil the growth is stunted and no colouring in autumn will take place. Also in heavy clay soil the growth is moderate. Poor tolerance to (sea) wind. Winter hardiness zone: 4 Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' forms a densely branched crown. 'Scanlon' is one of the best American selections of the red maple.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
Availability
Clear stem (4)
Specifications
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Height
10 - 12 m
Width
3-4m
Crown
columnar, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
twigs reddish brown, bark grey
Leaf
palmate, lobed, glossy green, leaf stem red, about 10 cm, autumn colour orange to purple
Autumn colour
orange, purple
Flowers
red, in small umbels, March/April
Fruits
winged nut, (samara), about 2 cm
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
moist, not calcareous
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
bad
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant)
Application
avenues and broad streets, narrow streets
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
Scanlon Nursery, Olmsted Falls, OH, USA, 1956
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree acid soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates partial paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) columnar 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres dense crown green orange/red average growing Attractive autumn colour valuable for bees (honey plant) non-toxic (usually)
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Frequently asked questions
Acer rubrum 'Scanlon'

Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' can eventually reach a height of 10 - 12 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 10 - 12 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' turn orange, purple in autumn.

The right time to plant Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Acer rubrum 'Scanlon' blooms in march.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.