Paperbark Maple
Quick Overview
Paperbark Maple is a compact, ornamental maple tree that can be used just about anywhere in the landscape. A favorite for yards of all shapes and sizes, this tree is best placed where people can admire it’s unique beauty.
Details
Quick Overview
Why it rocks:
A small tree of rare beauty, this trifoliate maple’s compound leaves give it a delicate texture in summer, then display long lasting red fall color. Exfoliating orange-brown to cinnamon-brown bark creates year round interest.
Where to put it:
Paperbark Maple is a compact, ornamental maple tree that can be used just about anywhere in the landscape. A favorite for yards of all shapes and sizes, this tree is best placed where people can admire it’s unique beauty.
What it needs:
This tree does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out.
Specs
Botanical Name | Acer griseum |
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Hardiness Zone | 5 |
Tree Type | Ornamental & Flowering |
Size Range | Medium Tree (25-40 feet) |
Mature Height | 25' |
Mature Spread | 20' |
Shape | Rounded Crown |
Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Fall Color | Red |
Decorative Fruit | None |
Landscape Uses | Under Utility Wires, Ornamental/Flowering |
Growth Rate | Slow to Moderate |
Plant Tolerance | Very Adaptable |
Standout Feature | Interesting Bark, Fall Color, Unique |