Acer rubrum 'Red Sunset': 'Red Sunset' Red Maple

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Release Date: 7/13/2014

Reviewed At: 11/30/2006

DOI: 10.32473/EDIS-ST047-1993

Urban Horticulture

Abstract

This document summarizes key characteristics, growth habits, and landscape uses of the ‘Red Sunset’ red maple, a vigorous, fast-growing tree valued for its brilliant orange-red fall color and adaptability to a range of soils. It outlines the tree’s ornamental features, cultural needs, strengths, and common pests and diseases, offering guidance on proper management and planting considerations to ensure healthy development and reliable performance in urban and suburban environments.

About this Publication

This document is ENH-206, one of a series of the UF/IFAS Department of Environmental Horticulture. Original publication date November 1993. Revised December 2006. Visit the Ask IFAS website at https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication. © 2026 UF/IFAS. This publication is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 

How to Cite

Gilman, E., & Watson, D. (2003). Acer rubrum “Red Sunset”: “Red Sunset” Red Maple. EDIS, 2003(10). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-st047-1993

Authors

Edward F. Gilman
Edward F. Gilman

professor emeritus, Department of Environmental Horticulture

Dennis G. Watson
Dennis G. Watson

former associate professor, UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Gainesville, FL

Contacts

Michael Andreu
Michael Andreu
Specialist
University of Florida

professor, forest systems, UF/IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences

Publication #ENH-206