Acer rubrum 'Fairview Flame'

Fairview Flame Maple

Acer rubrum ‘Fairview Flame’ is a dependable red maple cultivar valued for its strong branching, uniform shape, and excellent fall color. Spring brings small red flowers, followed by medium to dark green foliage that creates a dense, attractive summer canopy.

In fall, ‘Fairview Flame’ lives up to its name, turning bright orange-red to vivid scarlet, often coloring evenly and reliably year after year. The growth habit is upright to broadly oval, developing into a well-structured medium to large shade tree.

This cultivar performs best in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a wide range of soils, including moderately moist sites. It tolerates urban conditions and is appreciated for its consistent performance and strong landscape presence.

Size



Width: 30–40 ft



Height: 45–55 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 4–9



Best Uses


Medium to large shade tree



Residential lawns and parks



Street tree (with adequate space)



Fall color focal point



Urban and commercial landscapes

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Shade Tree, Street Tree

Height

45-55'

Width

30-40'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Red

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Provide Shade

Shape

Broad Upright

Bark

Fissured

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

6'

10-year width

15'