BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

An unusual Acer with interesting leaves native to Central and Western China which was introduced by Ernest Wilson in 1901. This has lovely large, cool green, 3 lobed leaves in spring and summer which can show pretty yellow tints in a good, crisp autumn before falling. It also has drooping clusters of relatively large, pale green flowers in late spring or early summer. A handsome tree when established!

Features

• Common name: Franchets Maple.
• Position: Full sun or light, partial shade.
• Soil: Any well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Small, branching tree once established.
• Height: 6 m (20 ft)
• Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
• Notes: This Acer will produce larger, more impressive leaves in sites sheltered from strong winds!
• Size: 3L containers