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  • ACER macrophyllum
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    ACER macrophyllum

    Commonly known as Big leaf maple, Oregon maple

    Large dark green deeply lobed leaves which turn a bright orange in autumn. Fragrant yellow flowers in clusters followed by bristly fruit
     
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    • Good to know
      The largest leaves of any maple
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, mites (causing galls), caterpillars, Verticillium wilt, leaf scorch, honey fungus
    • Place of origin
      Western North America
    • Deciduous
      Broadly ovate, deeply 5-lobed, glossy leaves 20-30cm (8-12in) long
    • Yellow
      Yellow-green
    • Racemes
      Pendent racemes 10-15cm (4-6in) long
    • Woodland garden
    • Fully hardy
    • Lobed
    • Ovate
    • Height
      20m (65ft)
    • Spread
      20m (65ft)
    • Tree
      Vigorous. Produces large, bristly, winged fruit
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Very hardy
      Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • Rounded to broadly spreading
    • Mature Size
      20m (65ft)
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