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Genus: Acer Species: rubrum ''Autumn Spire" Common Name: Red Maple Family: Aceraceae + Sapindaceae + Hippocastanaceae Order: Sapindales Native: Eastern and central North america Habit: Tree Height: 40 to 70 feet Width: 30 to 50 feet Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: Red or yellow Propagation: Seed or stem cutting Zone: 3 to 9 Note: This deciduous tree is suitable for parks, large lawn areas or as a street tree. This plant has spectacular autumn foliage color. There are many cultivars with excellent fall color. Monitor plant for aphids, galls, fungal spots, cankers verticillium wilt and leaf scorch. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well drained, slightly acidic, regular garden soil.