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Acer opalus subsp. obtusatum

Also Known As

Acer opalus 'obtusatum'
Italian Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-40'
W: 20'-40'

planting zones

5a-9b

Acer opalus subsp. obtusatum plant details

Acer opalus subsp. obtusatum is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer opalus subsp. obtusatum

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, fall color, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer opalus subsp. obtusatum

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the mountains of Bosnia ; Hungary, this 20-25' multi-stemmed tree tree produces its floriferous clusters of small yellow flowers in early spg. fall color is a wonderful watermelon pink to orange. Sun/Med