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Tree Acer pentaphyllum Five Lobed Maple, Chinese Star Maple

 

 

 

 
Description This is an unusual Chinese Maple that produces beautiful coloured foliage year round. It is known to be wind and sun tolerant. Grows quickly to a small vase-shaped tree to 5-6m. Foliage is red, narrow and lobed, and form is light and airy making it a good tree for underplanting. Small yellow flowers appear in spring. Autumn colours range from yellow, orange to red.    
Foliage
Deciduous
   
Form
V-Shaped
   
Mature Size 5-6m x 4m    
Uses Use as a feature tree or multi-plant (with space) in a wind-sheltered position. .    
Position & Soil Prefers cool, deep, moisture-retentive soil in a sheltered site. For best results mulch with organic material (e.g. straw) and shelter from drying Summer heat.    
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Substitutes • Acer elegantulum
    
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