Red Maple 

Bring beauty, shade, and ecological value to your land with this Red Maple (Acer rubrum) bundle. Ideal for larger plantings such as windbreaks, woodlots, forest restoration, shelterbelts, acreage projects, or creating fall colour displays.

Red Maples are one of the most adaptable native hardwoods in Eastern Canada. They tolerate a wide range of soils, grow quickly, and provide brilliant red foliage in the fall, making them a favourite across Nova Scotia.

What You Get

• Healthy roots and strong young growth

• Suitable for potting up or planting directly (depending on the plant type you select)

Why This Pack Is Perfect

• Excellent for woodlot expansion

• Great for reforestation & stewardship projects

• Strong, hardy native species

• Provides habitat, shade, and biodiversity

• Stunning red foliage every autumn

• Fast-growing & low-maintenance

Growing Conditions

• Hardiness: Zone 3–8

• Sun: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Moist, well-drained preferred — but very adaptable

• Growth Rate: Fast

• Mature Height: 40–70 ft

Wildlife Benefits

• Supports pollinators with early spring flowers

• Seeds feed birds & wildlife

• Provides nesting habitat

• Boosts biodiversity in forest ecosystems

Perfect For

• Woodlot owners

• Forest restoration

• Acres & homesteads

• Windbreaks & shelterbelts

• Naturalized areas

• Long-term property improvement

• Ideal for buyers needing multiple trees for larger projects

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Planting & Care

1. Choose a sunny or partially shaded location

2. Loosen soil and plant each sapling at root-collar level

3. Water deeply after planting

4. Mulch to retain moisture

5. Water weekly during the first growing season

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FAQs

Q: How big are the saplings?

A: Typically young nursery saplings suitable for planting directly or potting, depending on your selection.

Q: Can I order more than one pack?

A: Yes —  Increase quantity for more bundles.

Q: Are Red Maples good for woodlots?

A: Absolutely. They’re fast-growing, hardy, and great for natural forests.

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