An unusual form with attractive pink tinged young growth. The golden leaves may scorch in strong sun. Max Height 5m. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Acer campestre ‘Postelense’
An unusual form with attractive pink tinged young growth. The golden leaves may scorch in strong sun.
Category: Trees
Additional information
Generic | Acer |
---|---|
Species | campestre |
Varietry | 'Postelense' |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 5m |
Family | Aceraceae |
Spread | |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Open |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | gold, pink |
Flowers From | |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained, Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Specimen |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
Pruning Time | Winter |
Pests and diseases | Coral spot, Honey fungus |
Maintenance | Stake and tie, Top dress in spring |
Propagation | Budding |
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