{"product_id":"erable-freeman","title":"Freeman Maple","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreeman Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer × freemanii\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Growing Shade Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Freeman Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer × freemanii\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003efast-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecold-hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e tree ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7). It typically grows \u003cstrong\u003eabout 2–3 ft per year\u003c\/strong\u003e in good conditions and reaches \u003cstrong\u003eabout 40-80 ft (12-24 m) at maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Best for fast shade, urban planting, and large residential yards, it offers \u003cstrong\u003ebright red fall colour\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003egood adaptability to moist, well-drained soils including acidic and clay soils\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Freeman Maple for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003evigorous hybrid maple well suited to colder Canadian climates\u003c\/strong\u003e, Freeman Maple combines the speed and adaptability gardeners want with the classic seasonal appeal of a maple. It is especially useful where you want a \u003cstrong\u003estraight, handsome shade tree with strong fall colour\u003c\/strong\u003e in a relatively short timeframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade \/ Ornament \/ Urban and suburban yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brilliant red fall colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hybrid of red maple and silver maple, widely planted in North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist, well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidic and clay soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and suburban conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold winters and some drought once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9568%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003e40-80 ft (12-24 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003e30 ft (about 10 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003eAbout 2–3 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003e4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003eMoist, well-drained; adaptable to acidic and clay soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003eModerate; regular first year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003eModerate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1295%;\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.6114%;\"\u003eAbout 80+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Freeman Maple Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Freeman Maple if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want \u003cstrong\u003efast shade within about 5–7 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a \u003cstrong\u003emedium to large yard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in \u003cstrong\u003eZone 4–7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want \u003cstrong\u003ebright fall colour + cooling summer shade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tree for \u003cstrong\u003efront yard planting, backyard shade, or a fast-growing focal tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to foundations or overhead lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tree for deep shade conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront yard focal tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and suburban planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStreet-tree style planting where space allows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly residential landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freeman Maple has a \u003cstrong\u003enaturally upright form\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edense foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003erapid growth\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it creates shade faster than many traditional maples. Its spring flowers are discreet, but the reddish \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Samara_(fruit)\" title=\"Samaras\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esamaras\u003c\/a\u003e and autumn colour add seasonal appeal, while its structure makes it useful in both ornamental and functional landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Freeman Maple Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreeman Maple stands out because it blends the ornamental strengths of classic maples with the speed and toughness many Canadian homeowners want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discreet flowering, followed by reddish hanging samaras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright green foliage and a straight, elegant form create reliable shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage turns vivid red, one of its best selling features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright branching structure keeps a neat silhouette in the landscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Freeman Maple is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7 and handles typical Canadian winter cold well. The nursery listing places it at \u003cstrong\u003eZone 4b\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it appropriate for much of southern and central Ontario and comparable eastern Canadian climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider wind protection if your site is very exposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15–20 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25–30 ft between trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week through the first growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease frequency during hot, dry periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Freeman Maple grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically \u003cstrong\u003eabout 2–3 ft per year\u003c\/strong\u003e in good conditions. It is widely described as a fast-growing maple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to \u003cstrong\u003eZone 4b\u003c\/strong\u003e and performs well in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Freeman Maple is grown primarily as an ornamental shade tree, and pollination is not a practical concern for landscape performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot typically described as invasive, but it is still best to plant it \u003cstrong\u003ewell away from foundations, sidewalks, and overhead lines\u003c\/strong\u003e because of its mature size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally \u003cstrong\u003elow to moderate\u003c\/strong\u003e. It may produce samaras in spring and will drop leaves in fall like other deciduous maples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/freeman-maple\" title=\"Freeman Maple (Acer x freemanii)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/freeman-maple\" title=\"Freeman Maple (Acer x freemanii)\"\u003eFreeman Maple\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed fall colour + upright form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast shade and ornamental impact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/red-maple\" title=\"Red Maple (Acer rubrum)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/red-maple\" title=\"Red Maple (Acer rubrum)\"\u003eRed Maple\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent fall colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic native maple look\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/silver-maple\" title=\"Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/silver-maple\" title=\"Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)\"\u003eSilver Maple\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery quick canopy growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge-scale fast shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee (if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-4-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 4 Plants\"\u003eZone 4 Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/maple-trees\" title=\"Collection: Maple Trees\"\u003eMaple Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/native-plants-and-biodiversity\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Native Plants of Quebec: The Foundation of Our Ecosystems' Biodiversity\"\u003eNative Plants of Quebec: The Foudation of Our Ecosystems' Biodiversity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to Choose the Right Maple for Your Landscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (100 ml)","offer_id":47260434071871,"sku":null,"price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47260434104639,"sku":null,"price":6.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Arbre-Erable-de-freeman.jpg?v=1769896795","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/freeman-maple","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}