Chrysanthemum vs Red Maple

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum morifolium

Asteraceae · flowers

EdibleMedium Maintenance

Red Maple

Acer rubrum

Aceraceae · trees

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Chrysanthemum (Zones 5-9)

Red Maple (Zones 3-9)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–9

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Chrysanthemum	Red Maple
Scientific Name	Chrysanthemum morifolium	Acer rubrum
Family	Asteraceae	Aceraceae
Category	flowers	trees
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Adaptable
Height	3'	70'
Spread	2'	40'
Bloom Season	Fall	Spring
Bloom Color	Yellow, Red, White, Purple	Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Eastern North America
Maintenance	Medium	Low

Special Traits

Chrysanthemum

Yes — EdibleNo — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Red Maple

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Chrysanthemum

✓Pinch stems until July 4th for bushier plants.
✓Provide winter mulch in cold zones.
✓Divide every 2-3 years.
✓Disbud for larger blooms.

Red Maple

✓Tolerates a wide range of soils.
✓Surface roots can be problematic in lawns.
✓Prune in summer to avoid bleeding sap.
✓Fast growing — 13-24 inches per year.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Chrysanthemum if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–9.

Choose Red Maple if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Chrysanthemum and Red Maple grow in the same hardiness zone?

Chrysanthemum grows in USDA zones 5-9, while Red Maple grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 9.

Do Chrysanthemum and Red Maple have the same sun and water needs?

Chrysanthemum needs full sun and medium water, while Red Maple needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Chrysanthemum or Red Maple?

Red Maple grows taller at 70' compared to Chrysanthemum at 3'. Red Maple spreads 40' while Chrysanthemum spreads 2'.

Are Chrysanthemum and Red Maple deer resistant?

Red Maple is deer resistant, but Chrysanthemum is not. If deer are a concern, Red Maple is the better choice, or protect Chrysanthemum with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Chrysanthemum or Red Maple?

Chrysanthemum has medium maintenance while Red Maple has low maintenance. Red Maple may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Chrysanthemum	Red Maple
Scientific Name	Chrysanthemum morifolium	Acer rubrum
Family	Asteraceae	Aceraceae
Category	flowers	trees
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Rich, Well-drained	Adaptable
Height	3'	70'
Spread	2'	40'
Bloom Season	Fall	Spring
Bloom Color	Yellow, Red, White, Purple	Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	East Asia	Eastern North America
Maintenance	Medium	Low

Care Tips

Chrysanthemum

✓Pinch stems until July 4th for bushier plants.
✓Provide winter mulch in cold zones.
✓Divide every 2-3 years.
✓Disbud for larger blooms.

Red Maple

✓Tolerates a wide range of soils.
✓Surface roots can be problematic in lawns.
✓Prune in summer to avoid bleeding sap.
✓Fast growing — 13-24 inches per year.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Chrysanthemum if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–9.

Choose Red Maple if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 3–9.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Chrysanthemum and Red Maple grow in the same hardiness zone?

Chrysanthemum grows in USDA zones 5-9, while Red Maple grows in zones 3-9. Both plants can grow together in zones 5 through 9.

Do Chrysanthemum and Red Maple have the same sun and water needs?

Chrysanthemum needs full sun and medium water, while Red Maple needs full sun to part shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Chrysanthemum or Red Maple?

Red Maple grows taller at 70' compared to Chrysanthemum at 3'. Red Maple spreads 40' while Chrysanthemum spreads 2'.

Are Chrysanthemum and Red Maple deer resistant?

Red Maple is deer resistant, but Chrysanthemum is not. If deer are a concern, Red Maple is the better choice, or protect Chrysanthemum with fencing.

Which is easier to maintain, Chrysanthemum or Red Maple?

Chrysanthemum has medium maintenance while Red Maple has low maintenance. Red Maple may be easier for beginning gardeners to manage.