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ACER campestre 'Red Shine'
Commonly known as Common maple, Field maple, Hedge maple
New leaves emerge red in spring, maturing to green in summer. Good yellow autumn colour. Upright, pyramidal habit
£20.00 each
Plant Details
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, mites, scale insects, caterpillars, Verticillium wilt, honey fungus -
Place of origin
UK, Europe, North Africa. Garden origin. Netherlands. 1980. T. van den Oever -
DeciduousLeaves 5-10cm (2-4in) long
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Yellow
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Fully hardy
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Lobed
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Orbicular
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Ovate
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Height
8m (26ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft)
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TreeSmall tree with a narrow crown shape. Inconspicuous flowers in small, terminal corymbs
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Conical
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size8m (26ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windswept
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Pruning group
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.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Planting Combinations