Description
The Crimson King maple (Acer platanoides ‘Crimson King’) is a captivating ornamental tree known for its striking deep purple foliage. Here are some key details about this tree:
- Appearance:
- The Crimson King maple is a medium-sized deciduous tree that typically grows to a height of 35 to 45 feet and spreads out to 25 to 40 feet wide.
- It has a round-headed shape with dense branching and a single stout trunk that transitions from gray to black.
- The most distinctive feature is its dark crimson-purple leaves, which maintain their color from spring through summer and into fall.
- In spring, it also produces showy green-yellow flowers.




