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Well suited to Adelaide’s Mediterranean climate, it delivers strong colour contrast from spring through autumn, with glossy deep red to purple leaves that hold well through summer and finish with fiery crimson tones in autumn. Its neat, pyramidal habit makes it ideal for feature planting, avenues, streetscapes and medium-sized gardens where reliable shade and seasonal colour are desired. Hardy, adaptable and tidy, it performs reliably across South Australia when given well-drained soil and regular water during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 m H × 3–4 m W (upright to narrowly rounded canopy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–50 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous; glossy deep burgundy to purple-red leaves through spring and summer, intensifying to bright crimson-red in autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small yellow-green spring flowers, not showy and largely hidden by foliage\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"14\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not fragrant — the flowers have no noticeable scent and the foliage is not aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold red foliage from spring to autumn, spectacular autumn colour, and a clean winter silhouette once leaves fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides shade and shelter; flowers offer light early-season interest for insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate drought tolerance once established; good heat tolerance for a maple; wind tolerant; frost hardy; not suited to exposed coastal salt spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDensity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feature or specimen planting: 1 tree per 9–16 m² (3–4 m apart). Avenue planting: 3–4 m spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally regarded as non-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light part shade; strongest foliage colour develops in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained loam or sandy loam; tolerates clay-loam if drainage is good; avoid prolonged waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks per week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; occasional watering in winter if dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; mulch annually to keep roots cool; minimal pruning required aside from removal of dead or crossing branches in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–50+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited to temperate and Mediterranean South Australia — Adelaide Plains, foothills, cooler inland suburbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to slightly alkaline; tolerates mildly acidic soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature tree for bold colour contrast in modern and traditional gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvenue or driveway planting for strong architectural rhythm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade tree for lawns, courtyards and outdoor living areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContrast planting with silver, green or evergreen shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreetscapes and medium-sized gardens needing reliable form and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Crimson Sunset’ offers the drama of deep red foliage with better heat tolerance than many maples, making it a standout choice for Adelaide gardens. With its tidy shape, vibrant colour and low-maintenance nature, it delivers year-round structure and outstanding seasonal interest without demanding care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"400mm Pot","offer_id":48617417375996,"sku":"ACER-TRUN-X-PLAT-400MM","price":215.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/acer-truncatum-x-platanoides-crimson-sunset-maple-400mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1766221297","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/acer-truncatum-x-platanoides-crimson-sunset","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}