{"product_id":"acer-freemani-autumn-fantasy","title":"Maple - Freemani - Autumn Fantasy- maple","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"55178ebc-14ad-4830-89fd-f9929911da\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAcer × freemanii ‘Autumn Fantasy’\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Autumn Fantasy maple, is a decorative hybrid known for its vibrant red autumn foliage and rapid growth. Like its close relative, the \u003cem\u003eAutumn Blaze\u003c\/em\u003e, this variety is a cross between the red maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e) and the silver maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer saccharinum\u003c\/em\u003e), combining hardiness, tolerance, and beauty. Here's how to care for it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in a sunny to semi-shady location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers rich, well-drained soil, slightly acidic to neutral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in autumn or spring to allow for good establishment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during the first few years to ensure establishment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOnce mature, it is relatively drought-tolerant but prefers consistently moist soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer (NPK 10-10-10) to promote healthy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn organic mulch can be applied around the base to retain moisture and enrich the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePrune in winter or early spring to remove dead or misplaced branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe tree has a naturally well-balanced shape, which reduces the need for extensive pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun exposure is ideal for maximum autumn color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates light shade, but this may reduce the intensity of the red color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRapid growth, reaching 12 to 15 meters in height and approximately 9 to 12 meters in spread at maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabit\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOval to rounded habit, with elegant and well-structured branching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental Assets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGreen leaves in summer that turn brilliant red in autumn, creating a striking visual spectacle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe red color of 'Autumn Fantasy' is slightly more intense than that of 'Autumn Blaze'.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBark and Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth gray bark at maturity, providing visual interest year-round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eResistant to common diseases and pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Problems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eChlorosis\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCan occur in overly alkaline soils. Add acidifying amendments if leaves yellow with green veins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrittle branches\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough robust, some branches can be susceptible to breakage in strong winds or heavy snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal as a street tree, for avenues, or as a solitary specimen in a large garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAdds a magnificent touch of autumn color to parks and urban landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its vibrant foliage and ease of maintenance, the Autumn Fantasy maple is an excellent choice for adding elegance and brilliance to your garden. 🍁\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-2 flex gap-3 empty:hidden -ml-2\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"items-center justify-start rounded-xl p-1 flex\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex items-center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"200cm","offer_id":48253507404080,"sku":"","price":165.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15\/20g 35mm","offer_id":66786643050800,"sku":null,"price":271.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45mm","offer_id":66711413948720,"sku":null,"price":274.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50mm","offer_id":49768152400176,"sku":"","price":276.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15-20g 35mm","offer_id":66839332127024,"sku":null,"price":271.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/acer_freemani_autumn_blaze.jpg?v=1712969140","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/acer-freemani-autumn-fantasy","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}