The Davey Nursery

Crimson King is probably the best known of all the red-leaved Norway maples. With a mature height of 40 feet, this oval-shaped tree retains its purplish-red leaf coloration from spring through fall.

Hardiness Zones: 3-7

Habit: deciduous

Growth rate: fast

Ideal planting location: part shade to full sun; well-drained soil; moderate drought tolerance.

Form: branches grow mostly upright and will not droop; pruning is required to help develop a strong structure.

Height: 35-45 feet

Width: 25-30 feet

Leaf: 4-8 inches; opposite, purple-green leaves; brown, dark maroon or bronze in autumn.