A medium-sized tree to 15 m tall. The crown is wide conical to oval. In maturity strongly akin to 'Crimson Sentry', but especially when juvenile it has a wider crown. 'Crimson King' also grows much more vigorously. The leaf is shiny dark red. Flowers and fruit are typical of the species. Was selected in Belgium in 1937 by the French company Barbier & Co., but only introduced in 1947 by Gulfstream Nursery, USA. Used as park tree and solitary. The cultivar grows in any soil, but does not tolerate stagnant groundwater and peaty soils. Good wind tolerance.
Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' can eventually reach a height of 10 - 15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' is átlagos and can eventually reach a height of 10 - 15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The right time to plant Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.
Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' blooms in április.