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Paperbark Maple is a beautiful small tree with three lobed, dark green leaves in summer, turning crimson and scarlet in autumn. The bark peels to appear orange in the sunlight revealing the new cinnamon coloured bark beneath. A perfect tree for a small garden, slow growing and no pruning necessary.
Acer griseum
Common name: Paperbark Maple.
Native: China
Provenance: U.S.A
Size and spread (10 years): 12m x 10m
Treatment required: Deeply dormant requires 50 weeks stratification.
Seeds / kg: c. 5500 ; 72%viable
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Tolerates most soils.
Planting instructions: Sun or part shade and best in a sheltered spot
Mature height: 12m
| Weight | 20.00 g |
|---|---|
| Genus | Acer |
| Size | Mini Seed Pack (approx 10 seeds), Seed Pack (approx 60 seeds) |
| Family | Aceraceae |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life Cycle | tree |
| Evergreen | deciduous |
| Interest | bark |
| Requires | sun |
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