Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala

Also Known As

Acer ginnala
Amur Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 12'-20'
W: 12'-20'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala plant details

Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 20 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer tataricum subsp. ginnala

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dense shrub/small tree, attractive much of the year, is good for ?specimens or screening purposes, requiring practically no care? (Wyman) but providing glossy-green leaves, red fruits, and brilliant red fall color. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Native to parts of China, Manchuria and Japan. A small deciduous tree, 15-20' tall, broad, rounded and often multi-stemmed with a medium to fine texture. 3-lobed dark green leaves are out early in spring and finish in fall showy red or occasionally yellow, coloring early in the Fall and makes dense shade. Small fragrant panicles of creamy white flowers in Spring. 1" samaras (winged Maple fruit) are reddish, especially in summer and persist in winter. Nice specimen or patio tree. Tolerates wind, dry soil and drought. Slow growing.

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

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