Acer macrophyllum - 60-80 CM C3 WHIP

Description
The Oregon maple (Acer macrophyllum) is a broad, large tree that produces yellow-green flowers. These appear in May. From these, green-brown winged fruits develop from September onwards. The Oregon maple also bears glossy, rounded, dark-green leaves. Its bark is dark grey. In a sunny to semi-shaded position with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 30 m and a width of approx. 10 m.

Bulletpoints
* dark green shoots * attractive orange autumn colour

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Oregon maple are dark green, rounded, glossy, opposite and lobed. They measure approximately 20–30 cm in length. Oregon maple turns a vibrant orange in autumn.

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

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
Winter protection is required in unprotected areas of the garden.

Growth
Oregon maple is a broad-spreading, large tree with a loose crown. It usually reaches a height of 20–30 m and spreads to a width of approx. 4–10 m.

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 yellow-green flowers appear in May.

Use
Solitary, park

Shoots
The shoots of Acer macrophyllum are dark green.

Root
Acer macrophyllum is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms runner-forming roots.