Armstrong Gold® Columnar Red Maple
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Tall Armstrong Gold Columnar Red Maple
- Warm Orange-Yellow Leaves in Fall
- Tight Elliptical Shape
- Phenomenal Accent Tree
Have you ever seen a tree that appears as thick, bright, and healthy as this one? Armstrong Gold Columnar Red Maple (Acer rubrum 'JFS-KW78') rises like a spire making it stand out amongst the crowd.
You really can’t miss its tall, captivating shape and bright colors that it illuminates. The dark green leaves, but before you know it, the leaves will turn a brilliant warm orange-yellow, one of the earliest trees to color up.
There is no need to prune this tree into its magnificent elliptical shape. This tree is naturally this tall and proud, but makes you look like a professional gardener.
If you are looking for a tree to grab the attention of those passing by, this tree will effortlessly get the job done. The Armstrong Gold Columnar Red Maple makes for a phenomenal accent to any gardening needs.
If planted properly in full sun with well-drained soil, this large majestic tree can grow up to 40 feet tall and 12 feet wide to make quite the appearance in your landscaping.
Using 3-4 inches of wood chips over the roots of the plant helps to buffer the warm summer temps as well as the cold winter weather, and really is the finishing touch for your landscape.
The orange-yellow leaves make this maple tree the light at the end of the tunnel for your garden wants and needs. Order today to brighten your landscaping up!
Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
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This proprietary eCommerce software prevents the shipment of a restricted plant to each state. The Plant Sentry system includes a shipment certification program. The Plant Sentry Compliance Officer works closely with NatureHills.com and each nursery or fulfillment center to ensure only compliant plants are sold to customers.
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Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | - | 19.99 | 19.99 |
| 20 | - | 49.99 | 21.99 |
| 50 | - | 69.99 | 24.99 |
| 70 | - | 99.99 | 29.99 |
| 100 | - | 129.99 | 34.99 |
| 130 | - | 149.99 | 41.99 |
| 150 | - | 150+ | Approx 27% |
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PLANT HIGHLIGHTS
Growing Zones 4-8
| Brand | Bower and Branch |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Acer rubrum 'JFS-KW78' |
| Type | Deciduous |
| Mature Height | 35 - 40 feet |
| Mature Spread | 10 - 12 feet |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Well Drained |
| Moisture | Medium |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Fall Color | Yellow, Orange |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes |
| Pruning Time | Late Winter |
| Fragrant | No |