Red maple named Wandell

Abstract

A new variety of Acer rubrum of attractive, pyramidal growth habit, medium size, and early, uniform brilliant scarlet fall coloration. The tree has a full, dense and heavily leaved crown.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety Acer rubrum named `Wandell` as described and illustrated herein that differs from all other varieties by the unique combination of (1) brilliant scarlet fall color; (2) leaves all turning color at the same time in the fall; (3) leaves turning color earlier in the fall than other red maples, not affected by early fall frosts; (4) leaves that are smaller than the species; (5) abundant leaf population within the canopy; (6) petioles that are stout, holding the leaves flat and upright so that the visual impact of fall color is enhanced, even in windy conditions; (7) branches and twigs ascending at first, then arching downward, forming a graceful appearance and fully displaying the leaves; (8) a pyramidal growth habit; (9) later leaf emergence in the spring than other red maples, not affected by late spring frosts; and (10) the limbs of young trees are able to grow into and fill in gaps in the crown so that more branches and higher leaf populations are accommodated.