Acer rubrum 'Karpick'

Karpick' Red Maple

Acer rubrum ‘Karpick’ is a narrow, columnar red maple selected for its tight branching, strong central leader, and space-saving form. It offers the adaptability and reliability of red maple while fitting well into restricted urban and residential sites.

Spring brings small red flowers, followed by medium green foliage that forms a dense, vertical canopy through summer. In fall, ‘Karpick’ develops bright orange-red to scarlet coloration, often coloring evenly from top to bottom. Its upright habit minimizes interference with sidewalks, buildings, and overhead utilities.

‘Karpick’ performs best in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a wide range of soils, including moist or slightly compacted sites. It is well regarded for its uniform structure and dependable performance.

Size



Width: 10–15 ft



Height: 40–50 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 4–9



Best Uses


Street and boulevard tree



Narrow lawns, medians, and parkways



Urban and commercial landscapes



Vertical accent where space is limited



Elm alternative with strong fall color

Plant type

Shade Tree, Street Tree

Height

40-50'

Width

10-15'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Orange, Yellow

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Heavy, Loamy, Loamy well-drained

Landscape use

Provide Shade, Specimen

Bark

Smooth

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No