Acer griseum (Paperbark maple)
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8m max. spread |
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12m max. height |
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20-50 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Acer griseum
Other names: Paperbark maple, Acer nikoense var. grideum
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Genus: Acer
Species: A. griseum - A. griseum is a small spreading deciduous tree with attractive peeling, papery orange-brown bark. The fine foliage has striking crimson and scarlet colouring in autumn. Small yellow flowers in summer.
Acer griseum is: Deciduous
Flower: Insignificant or absent, Yellow in Spring
Foliage: Red, Orange in Autumn
Fruit: Green in Autumn
Tree shape: Small, Spreading
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Plant with: Narcissus 'Gay Kybo' (Daffodil 'Gay Kybo'), Magnolia x soulangeana 'Brozzonii' (Saucer magnolia 'Brozzonii')
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Specific pests: Aphids , Horse chestnut scale
Specific diseases: Verticillium wilt
General care
Pruning: Pruning group 1 from late autumn to midwinter only.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation: Propagate by seed or grafting.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Grafting, Seed. REGISTER to read more...
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Acer griseum (Paperbark maple) will reach a height of 12m and a spread of 8m after 20-50 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, City, Low Maintenance, Foliage only
Cultivation: Grow in moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny or partially shaded site. Provide shelter from cold winds and late frosts.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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How far from house to plant Acer griseum
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Hi I would really like to plant an Acer griseum but the location would be 15ft from rear of house and only 7 ft from neighbours rear outhouse. Is this a problem? If so, any recommendations for good screening shrub or small tree would be appreciated. Thanks
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- Posted: Tue. 19th April 2011 20:13
- Last reply: Tue. 19th April 2011 23:20
Acer griseum propagation
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How would you go about propagating Acer griseum from seed? Any tips?
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- Replies: 2
- Posted: Sat. 12th June 2010 15:37
- Last reply: Sat. 3rd July 2010 12:50
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