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Acer campestre 'Postelense'

Also Known As

  • Acer campestre 'Prostelense'
  • Postelense Hedge Maple
  • Prostelense Dwarf Yellow Hedge Maple

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Acer campestre 'Postelense' plant details

Acer campestre 'Postelense' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with chartreuse foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer campestre 'Postelense'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, fall color, hedge, shade tree, small tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer campestre 'Postelense'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Like a Forsythia in spring!.. that?s what the gold-yellow young leaves of this spreading 6-8' shrub resemble before maturing to an attractive yellow-green; may burn in full sun. PSh/M
Acer campestre 'Prostelense' - Dwarf cultivar of Hedge Maple, grows up to 8 feet. Young leaves emerge in a stunning shade of golden yellow in spring. Foliage eventually matures to yellow-green or green by summer. Great tree for a small landscape.

Gardening facts about Acer campestre 'Postelense' plant

How to Grow Acer campestre 'Postelense'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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