Acer rubrum Frank Jr Redpointe
Acer rubrum 'Frank Jr.', commonly known as Redpointe Maple, is a robust and stunning deciduous tree renowned for its symmetrical form and brilliant autumn colour. This variety features a strong central leader and an upright, pyramidal shape, making it an excellent choice for a shade or street tree. Its medium to dark green leaves turn a vibrant, long-lasting red in autumn, providing a spectacular seasonal display. Typically reaching a height of 12 to 15 metres with a spread of 8 to 10 metres, this tree adds a majestic presence to any landscape.
Thriving in well-draining, fertile soil and full sun to partial shade, Acer rubrum 'Frank Jr.' Redpointe is well-suited to various Australian climates, particularly those with cooler winters. It is tolerant of a range of soil conditions, including clay and sandy soils, and is moderately drought-tolerant once established. Regular watering is essential, especially during dry spells, to maintain the tree's health and vibrant foliage.
Acer rubrum 'Frank Jr.' Redpointe is perfect for Australian gardeners seeking a large, low-maintenance tree that offers year-round interest. Its strong structure, attractive foliage, and stunning autumn colour make it an ideal choice for parks, large gardens, and streetscapes.
Read lessPlease note that all Plants on this site are a range of plants we grow through out the year.
Availability changes all through out the year. please check with us via our Sunshine Coast Garden Centre page for Pricing & Availability
Product Availability
Plants & Pots come and go all year around.
- Plants are seasonal and sometimes we run out but have more batches coming along.
- Some Plants are not always in-stock however we can either order it in. pending availability
- Available numbers change every hour of the day in store and where we grow so please check in with us on how many you are looking for
- we have access to thousands of plants. if you are looking for a specific plant please let us know and we will see if its coming into stock soon or if we can order it for you.
- we will sometimes keep plants on our website to show you the description of how it grows and its specific characteristics. they may not be in stock all the time however we will keep it up online so when it comes in we wont have to reload products
Where are our plants Grown and how do we grow them
- Plants are grown locally on the Sunshine Coast
- All outdoor plants are sun hardened and ready to grow
- Indoor plants are grown under 50% Shade and will transfer perfectly to indoor use
- Orchids are also grown under 50% Shade and are best brought indoors during flowering for show then returned back into a shaded area until the following flowering time
- we are Qualified horticulturists, greenkeeper as well as Qualified landscape Construction with over 35 years experience in the industry. We use Quality products and materials to grow all our plants.
How to Look after your plants like we do
- When using any Garden Care products or Fertilisers we always recommend reading the label before use
- We recommend using Earthlife crushed rock mineral on all plants when planting in the ground or in Pots.
- When planting in Pots in Our garden centre we use either Rocky Point Premium Potting mix or our own custom potting mixes blend to plant all our plants
- If planting in the ground we also recommend that you use good quality Bagged garden soil around your plants at the time of planting
