Red maple (Acer rubrum) is one of our earliest trees to show fall color and one of the best.

Its red color can be brilliant and is a major component of wild fall color. Its color is, however, highly variable. This collection of leaves from a single neighborhood showcases both the variable shapes and colors of its leaves. Native throughout the state, red maple is tolerant of many conditions, from relatively dry to fairly moist. Parking lot maples are often the first to turn. . . . #nativeplants #nativeplantsofgeorgia #gardening #pollinatorplants #pollinatorgardening #nativehabitat #wildlifegardening #plants #georgia #gonative #spring