Acer platanoides – Crimson King

Description

Acer platanoides – Crimson King

HEIGHT: 10.0m

 WIDTH: 5.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Upright with large rounded crown

FOLIAGE: Shiny deep purple leaves in Summer, turning to orange, golds and copper tones in Autumn.

 FLOWERS and FRUIT: 

 BARK:

 GROWTH RATE: 

 DESCRIPTION: A beautiful maple that has beautiful foliage colour in Spring, Summer & Autumn and a pleasing shape.

 LANDSCAPE USES: Suitable for larger gardens or parks.

 TOLERANCES: Plant in a well drained soil in a sheltered position

 TREE CARE: Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.