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Beginner
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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
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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: Yellow, Insignificant or absent in Spring
Foliage: Orange, Red 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')
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.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
North, South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Question from
Nevada
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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- Replies: 1
- Posted: Tue. 19th April 2011 20:13
- Last reply: Tue. 19th April 2011 23:20
Question from
Kate Sprott
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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