Acer griseum Tree
Acer griseum Tree
Paper Bark Maple Trees
Acer griseum Tree
Paper Bark Maple Trees
Key features
Description
Acer griseum boasts tactile, cinnamon coloured, peeling bark, hence the common name of Paper Bark Maple. Translucent sections of the paper-thin, peeling bark curl ornately whilst still attached to the tree, giving year-round interest but especially in winter. Flowers are small but followed by winged seeds often referred to as 'helicopters' due to the way they spin when falling.
The attractive foliage has three leaflets and is a good bold green, turning a firework display of colours from pink to bright red before falling in the autumn.
This small Maple tree will reach a height and spread of 5 x 4 metres in 20 year. The slow growing nature and year round interest makes it a great choice for smaller gardens. Both sunny or partially shaded locations are suitable as long as they are not exposed to the wind. Acer griseum, the Paperbark Maple, holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
Interesting fact: E H Wilson brought Acer griseum to England from China in 1901. The tree in Westonbirt Arboretum is believed to be a Wilson original.
| Small shrubs (1-3) | Young trees & 4+ small shrubs | Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) | All other mature trees (any quantity) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands | £10 | £12 | £35 | from £55 |
| Scottish Highlands & the Islands | From £30 | |||
| Outside Mainland UK | Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK | |||
Product Details
Key features
Description
Acer griseum boasts tactile, cinnamon coloured, peeling bark, hence the common name of Paper Bark Maple. Translucent sections of the paper-thin, peeling bark curl ornately whilst still attached to the tree, giving year-round interest but...
Acer griseum boasts tactile, cinnamon coloured, peeling bark, hence the common name of Paper Bark Maple. Translucent sections of the paper-thin, peeling bark curl ornately whilst still attached to the tree, giving year-round interest but especially in winter. Flowers are small but followed by winged seeds often referred to as 'helicopters' due to the way they spin when falling.
The attractive foliage has three leaflets and is a good bold green, turning a firework display of colours from pink to bright red before falling in the autumn.
This small Maple tree will reach a height and spread of 5 x 4 metres in 20 year. The slow growing nature and year round interest makes it a great choice for smaller gardens. Both sunny or partially shaded locations are suitable as long as they are not exposed to the wind. Acer griseum, the Paperbark Maple, holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
Interesting fact: E H Wilson brought Acer griseum to England from China in 1901. The tree in Westonbirt Arboretum is believed to be a Wilson original.
Planting & Care
Delivery Information
| Small shrubs (1-3) | Young trees & 4+ small shrubs | Select semi-mature trees & shrubs (1-4) | All other mature trees (any quantity) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainland UK ex. Scottish Highlands | £10 | £12 | £35 | from £55 |
| Scottish Highlands & the Islands | From £30 | |||
| Outside Mainland UK | Currently we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK | |||
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