Q: I have a 'Red Sunset' maple tree that has what looks to be split bark on the south side of the trunk. It is a relatively young tree, and I do not want to lose it. I'm attaching a photo so you ...

Try a Red Sunset, October Glory or Autumn Flame maple. Skip to Article. ... I would like to plant a red maple tree but I want to be sure that it has brilliant red fall color.

Q: Every fall, these trees light up a local apartment complex. I keep meaning to "figure out" what they are but always forget until the next year. Any ideas? – Cathy A., Birmingham. A: This ...

There are many cultivars of red maple. A popular cultivar is called "Red Sunset." The botanical name of this tree is Acer rubrum "Franksred." ...

Red Maple (Acer rubrum) Tue., Dec. 4, 2007 The leaves of this red maple at Finch Arboretum exemplify the intense fall colors that local residents enjoyed this season.

The Jamestown maple produces red spring flowers just like its siblings October Glory, Red Sunset and Autumn Flame maples. But, the new seedless maple bears no fruit — botanically called winged ...