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Acer buergerianum

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

Medium, rounded, deciduous tree with dense, strong branches. Dappled bark. Small glossy green leaves emerge in the spring with a red tinge. Red flowers bloom in pendant racemes in spring giving way to winged samaras. Excellent rich orange to red Autumn colour. Hardy to cold, and dry tolerant once established, though prefers a sheltered site with good soil to reach it's full potential.

Genus

Acer

Species buergerianum

Cultivar

Common name

Trident maple

Family name

Aceraceae

Place of origin

China

DETAILS

Height

5 m

Width

3 m

(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)

Leaves

Deciduous

Soil Type

Moisture

Exposure

Garden Style

Plant Type

Trees