Acer tegmentosum 'White Tigress'

Also Known As

White Tigress Snakebark Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 15'-20'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Acer tegmentosum 'White Tigress' plant details

Acer tegmentosum 'White Tigress' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by brown and green fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer tegmentosum 'White Tigress'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer tegmentosum 'White Tigress'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Attractive green-striped-white ?tiger? bark makes this hybrid of unknown parentage eye-catching, it?s 15-20' height makes it easily enjoyable in any landscape. PSh-Sh/M (sun damages the bark)

By: Forestfarm

Supposedly this tree has white bark with black stripes--well, not quite, but it is a vigorous snakebark to 25'. Zone 6.

By: Whitman Farms

Robust in growth while young White Tigress has great golden fall color and a luminous white trunk in winter. 20 ft x 20 ft and tolerant of some shade.