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Ruby Slippers Amur Maple

Name: Ruby Slippers Amur Maple
Brand: Acer
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Acer ginnala 'Ruby Slippers'

$185.00

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Tree

Height

240 inches

Width

240 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

Long-lived tree

Native To

Northeastern Asia

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Acer ginnala, or Amur Maple, is a small, deciduous tree or large shrub valued for its hardiness, adaptability, and brilliant fall foliage. It often grows in a multi-stemmed form. 'Ruby Slippers' is a select cultivar distinguished by its profusion of bright red samaras (winged seeds) in summer, which contrast beautifully with the green foliage before the entire tree turns a stunning scarlet in fall.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Provides multi-season interest with fragrant spring flowers, showy red summer samaras, and spectacular scarlet fall foliage. Its small size makes it suitable for a wide range of garden settings.

Its dense branching structure makes it an excellent choice for a privacy screen or windbreak when planted in a row. It is highly tolerant of urban conditions and a variety of soil types.

The seeds (samaras) provide food for birds and small mammals. The dense foliage offers cover and potential nesting sites for birds.

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Where to Buy

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1+ Gal Pot

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a site with full sun and well-drained soil.
Dig a hole two to three times wider than the root ball.
Place the tree in the hole, ensuring the root flare is at or slightly above ground level.
Backfill with the original soil, watering to remove air pockets.
Water thoroughly and consistently for the first year.
Apply a 3-inch layer of mulch, keeping it away from the trunk.

Pro Tip

For the most intense fall color and best samara production, plant in a location that receives full sun.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water deeply during prolonged dry spells, even once established.
Prune in late winter to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Allow it to develop a natural multi-stemmed form if desired.

Don't

Don't plant in consistently wet or boggy soils.
Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer, which can inhibit fall color.
Do not prune in spring, as maples will 'bleed' sap.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Mulch
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Spectacular small specimen treeEffective screen or windbreakAccent in a mixed border

Companion Plants

Syringa vulgaris Viburnum dentatum Picea pungens 'Glauca' Spiraea x bumalda 'Anthony Waterer'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Ruby Slippers Amur Maple questions

What zones can Ruby Slippers Amur Maple grow in?

Ruby Slippers Amur Maple is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Ruby Slippers Amur Maple deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Ruby Slippers Amur Maple, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Ruby Slippers Amur Maple bloom?

Ruby Slippers Amur Maple typically blooms in late spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Ruby Slippers Amur Maple need full sun?

Ruby Slippers Amur Maple does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Ruby Slippers Amur Maple drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Ruby Slippers Amur Maple handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.