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    Shade Tree

    Red Maple

    Acer rubrum

    SC NativeLow Maintenance

    🌱 Growing Conditions

    Sun RequirementsFull Sun to Part Shade
    Water NeedsModerate
    Soil PreferencesMoist, slightly acidic, tolerates wet
    Mature Size40-60' x 25-35'

    🍂 Seasonal Interest

    Bloom Time & ColorJan-Mar, showy red flowers
    Fall ColorRed/orange/yellow
    Wildlife ValueMedium - samaras, early pollinators

    🏡 Landscape Notes

    Landscape UseShade, lawns, streets

    Special Features

    Native, early bloomer

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