“Oregon Sunset” Maple Tree Seeds (Acer) Semi-Dwarf Hardy Red-Orange Foliage

Oregon Sunset Maple Tree Seeds    (Acer palmatum)..."Oregon Sunset"

The Oregon Sunset Maple is a compact, semi-dwarf maple prized for its spectacular multi-season color and urban-friendly size. True to its name, this tree delivers a living sunset in the landscape, displaying bronze and red tones in spring, rich green with warm highlights in summer, and finishing with fiery reds, oranges, and golden hues in fall.

Well suited for gardens, patios, and container growing, Oregon Sunset Maple develops a rounded, symmetrical canopy and offers year-round ornamental appeal. It is hardy, adaptable, and tolerant of heat and moderate drought once established, making it an excellent choice for both residential landscapes and streetscapes.

🌿 Key Features:

• Botanical Name: Acer

• Common Name: Oregon Sunset Maple

• Growth Habit: Semi-dwarf ornamental tree

• Height: 20–25 feet at maturity

• Spread: 15–20 feet wide

• Foliage: Deciduous; red, orange, and gold seasonal color

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Sun: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained; adaptable to clay, loam, and sandy soils

• Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Use: Landscape specimen, containers, urban planting

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9

Oregon Sunset Maple thrives in full sun to partial shade, with the most intense coloration developing in sunnier locations. It prefers moderately moist, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH but adapts easily to a wide range of conditions. Its manageable size, brilliant foliage, and dependable performance make it an outstanding choice for gardeners seeking bold color without an oversized tree.

Whether planted as a standalone focal point, grown in a large container, or used to enhance residential and urban landscapes, the Oregon Sunset Maple brings dramatic seasonal beauty and reliable performance year after year.

Oregon Sunset Germination:

1) Prepare for Stratification: Remove wings and mix seeds with moist sand, peat, or vermiculite.

2) Cold Stratify: Place in a sealed bag or container and refrigerate at 34–41°F (1–5°C) for 90–120 days.

3) Sow Seeds: After stratification, plant ¼ inch deep in well-draining soil. Use a heated propagator mat to ensure they stay between 70-75 degrees F.

4) Maintain Moisture: Keep soil moderately moist (not soggy).

5) Germination: Seeds should sprout in 2–6 weeks.

Germinación de Oregon Sunset:

1) Preparación para la estratificación: Retire las alas y mezcle las semillas con arena húmeda, turba o vermiculita.

2) Estratificación en frío: Coloque las semillas en una bolsa o recipiente hermético y refrigérelas a 1-5 °C (34-41 °F) durante 90-120 días.

3) Siembra: Después de la estratificación, plántelas a 6 mm de profundidad en tierra con buen drenaje. Use una estera de propagación calentada para asegurar que se mantengan entre 21 y 24 °C (70-75 °F).

4) Mantenimiento de la humedad: Mantenga la tierra moderadamente húmeda (no empapada).

5) Germinación: Las semillas deberían germinar en 2-6 semanas.