7ft Norway Maple Tree | Mature Acer platanoides 'Crimson Sentry' | 18L Pot
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- Highlights
- Variety Specifications
- Planting & Care
- Features stunning, deep crimson leaves that provide a standout feature and a striking contrast to green foliage.
- Its narrow, columnar shape is perfect for adding vertical interest without taking up too much space.
- In spring, clusters of small yellow flowers appear, followed by seeds for birds in autumn.
- Recognised by the RHS as 'Perfect for Pollinators', attracting bees and other beneficial insects.
- Species: Acer
- Features: Fantastic foliage, Perfect for pollinators, Autumn colour, Fully hardy
- Foliage Colour: Purple, Red
- Planting Time: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
- Flowers: Small, chartreuse yellow flowers appear in early spring
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Any fertile, moist, well-drained soil
- Hardiness: H7 - Fully hardy, can withstand temperatures below -20°C
- Habit: A classically columnar tree with upright branches and a narrow canopy.
- Eventual Spread: Spreads approximately 4-5m after 20 years.
- Spacing: Plant 5m apart to allow for spreading.
- Watering: Water well when establishing. A weekly deep soak is beneficial for the first 12-24 months, especially in dry spells. Once established, water mainly in hotter weather. Drooping leaves are a sign it needs water.
- Feeding: A once-yearly feed with all-purpose fertiliser in February can provide a growing boost.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is required. Remove any dead, damaged or diseased branches when the tree is dormant (November to March).
- Pests & Diseases: Good resistance. Aphids can be removed with a soapy water spray. Can occasionally experience leaf scorch or Verticillium wilt.
Product Specifications
- Supplied As: 4 year old tree in an 18L pot
- Height on Arrival: 200-250cm
- Eventual Height: Can grow to an eventual height of approximately 12m after 20 years or so.
Highlights
- Features stunning, deep crimson leaves that provide a standout feature and a striking contrast to green foliage.
- Its narrow, columnar shape is perfect for adding vertical interest without taking up too much space.
- In spring, clusters of small yellow flowers appear, followed by seeds for birds in autumn.
- Recognised by the RHS as 'Perfect for Pollinators', attracting bees and other beneficial insects.
Variety Specifications
- Species: Acer
- Features: Fantastic foliage, Perfect for pollinators, Autumn colour, Fully hardy
- Foliage Colour: Purple, Red
- Planting Time: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
- Flowers: Small, chartreuse yellow flowers appear in early spring
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Any fertile, moist, well-drained soil
- Hardiness: H7 - Fully hardy, can withstand temperatures below -20°C
- Habit: A classically columnar tree with upright branches and a narrow canopy.
- Eventual Spread: Spreads approximately 4-5m after 20 years.
Planting & Care
- Spacing: Plant 5m apart to allow for spreading.
- Watering: Water well when establishing. A weekly deep soak is beneficial for the first 12-24 months, especially in dry spells. Once established, water mainly in hotter weather. Drooping leaves are a sign it needs water.
- Feeding: A once-yearly feed with all-purpose fertiliser in February can provide a growing boost.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is required. Remove any dead, damaged or diseased branches when the tree is dormant (November to March).
- Pests & Diseases: Good resistance. Aphids can be removed with a soapy water spray. Can occasionally experience leaf scorch or Verticillium wilt.
Product Specifications
- Supplied As: 4 year old tree in an 18L pot
- Height on Arrival: 200-250cm
- Eventual Height: Can grow to an eventual height of approximately 12m after 20 years or so.
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