Acer buergerianum - 60-80 CM C2

Description
The Trident maple (Acer buergerianum) is an upright, loose large shrub or small tree that produces yellow flowers arranged in panicles. They appear in May. These produce brown winged fruits. The Trident maple also has dark green leaves. The copper-brown shoots are also an interesting sight. In a semi-shady to shady, wind-protected location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 10 metres and is around 6 metres wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acer trifidum.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive scarlet autumn colouring * copper-brown shoots * Can be planted over, trunk protection recommended

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Trident maples are dark green, notched and lobed. These are about 9 - 10 cm in size. Copper-brown shoots. Trident maple turns bright scarlet in autumn.

Bark
Fielded bark.

Spread
East Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Trident maple has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, loose.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The yellow flowers of Trident maple appear in panicles in May.

Use
Solitary, bonsai

Root
Acer buergerianum is a shallow-rooting plant.