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Acer rufinerve

Also Known As

Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-35'
W: 20'-35'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Acer rufinerve plant details

Acer rufinerve is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 rufinerve

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 35 FT - wide, 20 FT - 35 FT - tall
Uses: distinctive bark, fall color, small tree, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer rufinerve

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Although "the slate-blue flush of its new growth" (Barber ; Phillips) distinguishes this med-sized tree from A.pensylanicum, it has similar 3-lobed leaves (red ; yellow in fall) ; handsome green bark with white stripes. Sun-PSh/Med

By: Forestfarm

The species rufinerve can be relied upon to produce magnificent fall color. This cultivar which will get perhaps 20' is no exception; It is a 'snakebark' so is best planted as an understory tree to prevent the burning of the bark on the SW side. zone 6