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| Botanical Name | Acer rubrum var. drummondii |
| Description | The Drummond Red Maple is the definitive "Swamp Maple" for the Houston metro area. This 30-gallon (30G) specimen is a top choice for local landscapes because it thrives in the low-lying, poorly drained clay soils that challenge other maple varieties. In late winter, it provides one of the first signs of spring with clusters of tiny red flowers, followed by large, silver-bottomed green leaves. Its most famous attribute is the reliable, high-impact display of bright red or orange-red foliage in the autumn, bringing a true change of seasons to Southeast Texas. |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Height x Width | 40-60' Height x 30-40' Width |
| Water | High; loves moisture. Perfect for wet areas of the yard, but will require supplemental water during dry Houston summers to prevent leaf scorch. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy leaf development. |
| Pruning | Minimal; prune in late autumn or early winter to maintain a strong central leader and remove any low-hanging branches as the tree matures. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Acer rubrum var. drummondii |
| Description | The Drummond Red Maple is the definitive "Swamp Maple" for the Houston metro area. This 30-gallon (30G) specimen is a top choice for local landscapes because it thrives in the low-lying, poorly drained clay soils that challenge other maple varieties. In late winter, it provides one of the first signs of spring with clusters of tiny red flowers, followed by large, silver-bottomed green leaves. Its most famous attribute is the reliable, high-impact display of bright red or orange-red foliage in the autumn, bringing a true change of seasons to Southeast Texas. |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Height x Width | 40-60' Height x 30-40' Width |
| Water | High; loves moisture. Perfect for wet areas of the yard, but will require supplemental water during dry Houston summers to prevent leaf scorch. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy leaf development. |
| Pruning | Minimal; prune in late autumn or early winter to maintain a strong central leader and remove any low-hanging branches as the tree matures. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
