Acer buergerianum subsp. ningpoense

Also Known As

Acer buergeranum 'Ningpoense'
Acer buergerianum var. ningpoense
Ningpoense Trident Maple
Three-Toothed Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-45'
W: 20'-35'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Acer buergerianum subsp. ningpoense plant details

Acer buergerianum subsp. ningpoense is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer buergerianum subsp. ningpoense

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 35 FT - wide, 30 FT - 45 FT - tall
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer buergerianum subsp. ningpoense

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The leaves of this very rare form of the Trident Maple are bluer in tone with lobes, where present, that point to the side, rather than tip-ward; a 30-45' tree from the Ningpo (as its name suggests) area of China. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Trident maples are known for their fall color as you can see in this photo. Ningpoense is a semi-dwarf form of the species. The leaves are somewhat smaller, excellent for bonzai. zone 6