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Here’s how quickly a red maple tree grows to full size

The growth rate of Acer rubrum is fairly quick, but it’ll take a few years for it to reach maximum height.
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There are ways to help maple trees grow and thrive in our region

Q: I have a silver maple tree in my backyard that’s over 50 years old, and during the last five years small branches are dying. I’ve heard that maples need a specific fertilizer, as they can’t access ...
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The Fast-Growing Japanese Maple Tree That'll Look Gorgeous In Your Yard For Years

A close-up of an unspecified Japanese maple seed pod - Lois GoBe/Shutterstock Many home landscapers love the look of Japanese maple trees (Acer palmatum) for their garden or yard, and it's easy to see ...
NOLA.com

The right maple trees can add fall's reds and golds to the landscape, even in the deep South

Many people travel to New England in October to see the wonderful fall color in the deciduous forests. A large proportion of the color is provided by maples, including the sugar maple, red maple and ...