Acer circinatum 'Bort's Broom'

Also Known As

Acer circinatum 'Borts'
Bort's Broom Vince Maple
Borts Vine Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Acer circinatum 'Bort's Broom' plant details

Acer circinatum 'Bort's Broom' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer circinatum 'Bort's Broom'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer circinatum 'Bort's Broom'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional

Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Acer circinatum 'Bort's Broom' great colors on this cultivar of vine maple. The more sun the more bronzing of the leaves. Found on an overpass on I-205 in the Northwest. Dense and fast growth when young. Will grow to about 4 feet. Aka I-205, New and Rare Plant

By: Kigi Nursery

Borts Broom used to be known as I205 Bypass and I thought THAT was a terrible name. Well, prove me wrong and buy this dwarf circinatum. Full sun is fine.