Acer opalus - 100-125 CM C2 WHIP

Description
The Italian maple (Acer opalus) is a broad, rounded large shrub or small tree that produces lemon-yellow flowers arranged in clusters. These develop into greenish-brown winged fruits. The Italian maple also bears dark green leaves. Its green-and-red new growth is equally an interesting sight. Its bark is reddish-brown and smooth. In a sunny to semi-shaded position with well-drained, calcareous, sandy, loamy, dry soil, it usually reaches a height of around 12 m and spreads to around 10 m.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acer opulifolium, Acer italum.

Bulletpoints
* attractive orange-red autumn colour * green-red new growth * heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, heat-loving, susceptible to late frosts, cannot be planted over, trunk protection recommended

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Italian maple are dark green, opposite and lobed. Green-red new growth. Italian maple turns a bright orange-red in autumn.

Bark
Red-brown, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Mediterranean region.

Frost hardiness
The Italian maple has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, roundish.

Water
This plant has a low 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.

Use
Solitary, park