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Acer mandshuricum

Also Known As

  • Manchurian Maple

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 30'-40'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Acer mandshuricum plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer mandshuricum

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 40 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, rare, small tree, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer mandshuricum

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This very rare maple from the mountain forests of China forms a 15-20' shrub/ tree whose 3-parted leaves become a flame of red early in autumn. S-PSh/M
A sober elegance that should make this tree desirable in any garden - trifoliate narrow serrated leaflets, appealing year round with their red to pink emerging growth and showy pink to purplish-red fall color. It enjoys sun and partial shade in hot summer areas. 20' tall.
Native to Siberia, Korea, and Manchuria, this tree is known for its tolerance of extreme cold and its unusual trifoliate leaves. 30-40 ft. at maturity. Among the earliest of maples to develop fall color.

Gardening facts about Acer mandshuricum plant

How to Grow Acer mandshuricum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

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

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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