Because the bark, and the fall color, are the major features of this tree, plant it where the trunk can be seen all the way to the ground – perhaps in a lawn, beside a terrace or at the edge of a bed, with just some very low ground-cover plants underneath. Strong structure and color of the red maple and the adaptability and rapid growth from the silver maple. As it matures, the lower branches of this tree can be strategically removed to create a high enough canopy to support unobstructed human traffic underneath. A slow growing deciduous tree from China with red to copper colored peeling bark. Paperbark Maple is recommended for the following landscape applications; Accent. Final notes... A. griseum is non-native, but its slow-growth and difficulty of propagation from seed mean the risk of an escapee is low. This plant may be available. Light Needs: Full Sun. Does not apply to seed potatoes, bulbs or sets. Its overall form is ovate and makes for a great ornamental tree. It should where possible be viewed from the north side. In the wild state Paperbark Maple is now endangered. Can be quite spectacular. As the name suggests, the Paperbark Maple has magnificent bark colour, which peels on a yearly basis to display cinnamon coloured under-bark.
"I have shopped at Lancaster Greenhouse since Rob and Jill Allen bought the business. We are the only ones who know how to ship our big and bigger trees and plants with tender loving care. Your Growing Zone:||#|. To buy Paperbark Maple click the link below. This is a hybrid created by crossing silver maple with red maple. Acer griseum, known as the Paperbark Maple, is a stunning small tree which is the perfect addition for patient gardeners and those who wish to wow their neighbours with their interesting tree planting selections. Please expect orders with multiple items to be delivered over a number of days as a result. It grows into a small, upright tree of an oval shape with slim, upright branches. Shipped in trees can be shipped year around. Michael Dirr in his ultimate guide, Manual of Woody Landscape Plants uses terms like handsome, splendid, striking, and "unmatched dignity" to describe iseum. Half amount of the seeds are smashed. We will contact you to discuss, if max weight of order exceeded. Comes in 5 Litre Pot. Excellent specimen tree.
In the autumn, the leaves will turn spectacular shades of orange and red. The last of the Maples to show autumn colors, your tree will stand out once again as other trees become dormant and the Paperbark Maple begins its autumnal show. Because we are unable to guarantee the success and health of your plant outside of the U. S., we do not currently ship to other countries. The peeling bark and orange fall color of the leaves is what I love about this tree. I've had concerned calls into the Extension Office from worried homeowners who believed their tree was about to keel over, when in fact, it was just the bark maturing enough to begin peeling.
It is best to prune away lower branches as it grows, so that it develops a clear lower trunk and lower branches. A purchase of Acer griseum Paperbark maple is a true investment in your yard! Unfortunately we are unable to ship plants to AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, or WA. Everyone who sees this tree is struck by the beauty of the bark effects, which are always changing with the seasons and never look the same on any different day. Either a sunny or partially-shaded spot is ideal to grow the Paperbark Maple. This difficulty in propagation may also mean it is harder to find for purchase. Price includes shipping to most locations. An excellent small shade tree or landscape specimen.
It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more. This particular order was a disappointment. Extremely ornamental tree has exfoliating coppery orange to red-brown bark. It's slow growing but in time it will be worth the wait. It can also be grown for years in a large pot, as a unique patio specimen, and it is very popular as a bonsai tree too. Mature Width: 15ft to 25ft. Potted Paperbark Maple Tree - Uses. It shouldn't be planted closer than 10 metres from another similar sized tree or 20 metres from potentially large trees. Deciduous tree, they loose their leaves in Winter. If you are looking for something different for your garden, that is not hard to grow, attractive, and not too large, with spectacular fall coloring and striking, unique bark – this is it. Amazing bright red to orange. It has a high canopy with a typical clearance of 6 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines.
Its outstanding feature is the texture and color of the bark, which peels but also holds on in curls, revealing smooth, cinnamon red limbs and trunk. Dirr states, "verbal descriptions cannot do [it] justice…" (p. 25). With fall colors ranging from vibrant scarlet red to deep orange, this tree is a stunner all throughout the year. The winged fruits have unusually large seeds. Opposite leaf/branch arrangement. To enjoy the chance to grow a rare, but easily-grown very special tree, order now. A small to medium sized tree at maturity, this specimen does best in sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered aspect. We know that this is a maple because after the clusters of small yellow-green flowers that come in spring, bunches of typical maple 'keys' form, which turn brown by fall and hang on the tree in winter, a third attractive feature of this tree. Mature Height: 20ft to 30ft. Once established, they are more tolerant of drought conditions, reducing your hand-watering responsibilities. The exfoliating bark on the Paperbark Maple provides you with excellent winter interest, probably better interest than this tree gives you throughout the rest of the year! The warm hues of the Paperbark Maple will stand out against your dormant, dull trees and vibrant evergreens. Avoid strimming around the base of trees. The compound three leaflets are each up to 2" long, having crenate to dentate margins with distinctly pubescent lower surfaces, with the leaf petiole also very pubescent.
Sun Needs Full Sun, Partial Sun. There was a problem calculating your shipping. You can amend your soil as necessary. This is a gorgeous tree that is sure to never disappoint you in your garden. It's easy to see why so many would want to buy this tree. They have wonderful help and beautiful flowers and gifts. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. Acer griseum - The Paperbark Maple Chinese Paperbark Maple.
Reference: Dirr, M. (2009). All shipments are weather and plant growth dependent. Although it is a Maple, the leaves are not at all typical of those trees. Typically grows 40-80 feet tall. Tree that will need some protection from the winter winds. Much of the seed produced is pathenocarpic so germination levels are extremely low. Interesting bark all year around.
If you are in the Midwest, East Coast, or Alaska, we may not be able to ship dormant plants if we are concerned about the quality of your plants upon arrival. Once your order is placed online, our magic elves get right to work picking, staging, boxing and shipping your trees. The bark strips curl, hang, and open out in fascinating and varied ways. No serious diseases or pests. Current Height: 60cm. Bower & Branch also reserves the right to deny any guarantee fulfillment request that is made as a result of animal damage, problems with plant hardiness and zone issues, or acts of nature (snow storms, hurricanes, and similar). Always looking different, and in striking shades of orange and cinnamon, the bark is the main, but not the only, feature of this tree. Your trees and plants are grown across the United States at various Bower & Branch Gowers. Ensure each plant is straight & soil is compacted in around it's root ball.
Small black fruits appear in June and are edibl. It won't tolerate full sun all day long so it can be planted out at the end of a narrow vista or in a small open glade. Mature Height:||20-30 ft. |. Where pallet delivery can not be made due to site access, a 40 euro per pallet cancellation fee will apply (To cover return delivery costs).