Description
Originally introduced in 1838 this colourful tree remains uncommon in the United Kingdom and has blood-red or claret young leaves in spring. The older leaves gradually turn green and once again change colour in the autumn before falling, creating a rich & long-lasting tapestry of red and gold. A handsome garden tree with exciting, colourful leaves.
Features
- Common name: Cappadocian Maple.
- Position: Full sun.
- Soil: Any well drained, fertile soil.
- Hardiness: Fully hardy.
- Rate of Growth: Vigorous.
- Habit: Medium sized, spreading tree with a rounded crown once mature.
- Height: 18 m (60 ft)
- Spread: 12 m (40 ft)
- Notes: Occasional hard pruning of this Acer in spring will create a much lower, bushy plant with large amounts of spring foliage colour.
- Supplied Size: 30 - 40 cm tall in 1.5L containers