Burgundy Belle-« Maple

The Burgundy Belle® Maple, Acer rubrum 'Magnificent Magenta' (PP7,222), is a new cultivar from Earl Cully, selected in Kansas. The fall color is especially nice, with the leaves initially turning a brilliant red and then changing to an intense burgundy. These vibrant, almost fluorescent, burgundy red leaves glow in the autumn sunlight and holds for a long period of time. With an excellent symmetrical branching habit, this is a great choice for street plantings and small landscapes. It also exhibits excellent heat and drought tolerance. The parent tree has attained a height of 45 feet and has a compact, well-shaped, and symmetrical crown. These traits make this variety a superior tree for landscaping in small urban settings. Train to a central leader when the tree is young. Remove dead or undesirable branches and remove low hanging branches as tree matures.