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Frank Jr Japanese Maple - Acer rubrum 'Frank Jr Redpointe'
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Frank Jr Japanese Maple (Acer rubrum 'Frank Jr Redpointe')
Few deciduous trees command attention across all four seasons as decisively as Frank Jr Redpointe. Its naturally symmetrical, upright form and spectacular crimson autumn display make it a first-choice specimen for prestige properties and considered landscape compositions.
Why Frank Jr Maple
Autumn Colour: Deep crimson foliage delivers a signature seasonal display of genuine visual weight.
Upright, Symmetrical Form: A naturally balanced canopy that requires minimal corrective pruning and suits formal and contemporary layouts equally.
Year-Round Presence: Lush green spring and summer foliage transitions seamlessly into autumn colour, ensuring the tree earns its place in any season.
Climate Adaptability: Performs reliably across a broad range of Australian conditions, including warmer climates where many maples struggle.
Canopy Cover: Mature specimens provide meaningful shade, reducing heat load on outdoor living areas and hard surfaces.
Ideal Applications
Specimen Planting: A standalone focal point within open lawns or formal courtyards where structure and seasonal drama are priorities.
Avenue & Driveway Lining: Uniform upright habit makes it well-suited to formal allées along driveways and entry corridors.
Canopy Shade Over Outdoor Living: Positioned to cast summer shade over terraces, pools, and entertainment spaces without crowding structures.
Deciduous Contrast Planting: Pairs with evergreen backdrops to amplify seasonal colour shifts and add compositional depth to larger landscapes.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 5–8m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring
Soil & Drainage: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil; tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes prolonged waterlogging
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two years to establish a strong root system, particularly during hot or dry periods. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Plant Details
Height: 8–12m
Width: 4–6m
Growth Rate: Fast
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Eastern North America
Flower Colour: Red
Delivery
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Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
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Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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