Acer capillipes - P9

Description
The Snake-bark maple (Acer capillipes) is an upright, loose large shrub or small tree that produces light yellow flowers arranged in clusters. They appear in May. These produce red-brown winged fruits. The Snake-bark maple also has dark green, light red veined leaves. Its bark is striped. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 9 metres and grows to a width of around 5 metres.

Bulletpoints
* attractive carmine-red autumn colouring * resistant to urban climates, smoke-hardy, cannot be built over, trunk protection recommended

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Snake-bark maples are dark green, light red veined and crenate. They are about 6 - 10 cm in size. Snake-bark maple turns bright crimson in autumn.

Bark
Striped bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Japan.

Frost hardiness
The Snake-bark maple has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Snake-bark maple is an upright and loosely growing large shrub or small tree with a translucent crown. It usually reaches a height of 7 - 9 m and is approx. 4 - 5 m wide. It usually grows 20 - 25 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

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

Flower
The light yellow flowers of Snake-bark maple appear in clusters in May.

Use
Solitary, park

Root
Acer capillipes is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.