This popular tree is chosen for its stunning purplish-red leaves during the summer months. However, if the summer is particularly hot and dry, the color will dull to a greenish-red hue. […]
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A refined but striking specimen in its several forms, differing in color, texture, and habit, but all graceful. Newly expanded foliage may be damaged by sun and wind. Plant where it will receive some protection from the elements, especially winter elements. Can leaf out early and be killed back by a late freeze. Prefers some […]
Invasive. Very rough in its appearance due to pinnately compound, coarsely serrate leaves paired with a multi-stemmed, irregular habit. Leaves of young specimens may commonly be mistaken for poison ivy. This tree has limited ornamental value in the landscape and is short lived but also extremely tolerant of site conditions. Wherever this species is grown, […]
This selection has handsome corky bark with an oval form and attractive ascending branches. Acer miyabei ‘Morton’ is sometimes known as an alternative to Acer campestre, as it is more vigorous and cold hardy. […]
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Attractive bark is grayish with long, vertical scales and fissures in maturity. Some difficulty in both vegetative and seed propagation. […]
Slow growth (6-12″ per year) is compensated for by longevity and freedom from maintenance. The cinnamon-brown, curly bark is outstanding. Habit is open enough to display bark interest year-round. […]
Acer grandidentatum is closely related to Acer saccharum (the Sugar Maple), which it is often compared to. This variant stands out due to its more upright form, smaller size, and its brilliant orange-yellow and orange-red fall foliage. […]
Read More… from Acer grandidentatum ‘Schmidt’ [sold as Rocky Mountain Glow®]
Transplants easily. Pruning may be needed to limb up branches to create a shade or patio tree. Tolerates severe pruning and soil compaction. Can be pruned to become a giant hedge. […]
This species can withstand moderate drought and coarser soils better than other maples, but prefers moist soils that are sligthly acidic. […]
This fir is slightly more heat tolerant than others, but still does best in cold climates. […]
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