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Acer buergerianum 'Tancho'

Also Known As

  • Tancho Maple
  • Tancho Trident Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Acer buergerianum 'Tancho' plant details

Acer buergerianum 'Tancho' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or 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 'Tancho'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer buergerianum 'Tancho'

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 small 1-2" ?T?-shaped leaves of this rare dwarf-shrub/tree (4-6') curl inward giving them an unusual ?two-tone? look in summer, followed by pretty yellow-orange fall color; slow-growing and fine for bonsai, container, or border. S-PSh/M
A vase shape shrub to 6', the leaves curl inward strongly. Yelllow orange fall color. zone 6

Gardening facts about Acer buergerianum 'Tancho' plant

How to Grow Acer buergerianum 'Tancho'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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