Acer × freemanii 'Bailston' [Sold as Matador™ First Editions® Maple]
Matador Maple

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 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Flower Notes:
Red (Early spring; small clusters)
 Foliage Notes:
Green (Summer); Red (Fall; brilliant and attractive)
 Stem Notes:
Red (Vibrant; contrasting green foliage in spring and summer)
 Fruit Notes:
Brown (Small samaras mature in late April early May as a yellow-brown color)
 Ultimate Height:
40-45 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
20-40 feet
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 Soil Notes:
Tolerant to a variety of soil conditions, but best in average to wet, slightly acid soils
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Purdue Plant Doctor
Parts and Problems of Maple, Box Elder
  Special Characteristics:
  • Fall Color 238
  • Fast Growth Rate 229
  • Shade Tree 181
  • Street Tree 140

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