Acer truncatum x platanoides 'Urban Sunset'

Urban Sunset Maple

Urban Sunset® Maple is a rugged, adaptable hybrid maple developed for challenging urban environments. By combining the toughness of Shantung maple with the structure of Norway maple, it delivers excellent heat and drought tolerance, strong branching, and reliable seasonal color—without the issues common to older urban shade trees.

Key Characteristics and Benefits


Fall Color & Foliage: Glossy dark green summer foliage turns orange, red-orange, and scarlet in fall, typically uniform and dependable.



Growth Habit: Upright to oval-rounded with a strong central leader and improved branch angles.



Urban Performance: Outstanding tolerance of heat, drought, wind, compacted soils, and urban stress.



Structure: Selected for durability and reduced breakage in streetscape settings.



Size: Typically reaches 40–50 ft tall with a 30–40 ft spread.



Care and Requirements


Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8



Light: Full sun to partial shade



Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of soils; prefers well-drained conditions



Maintenance: Low once established



Tolerance: Performs well along streets, parking lots, and exposed sites



Summary:
Urban Sunset® Maple is an excellent choice for streetscapes, commercial developments, parking lots, and residential lawns, offering dependable structure, high stress tolerance, and attractive fall color in demanding locations.

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Street Tree

Height

20-35'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Red

Soil

Acidic, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant

Shape

Narrow Upright

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

8'

10-year width

15'