Acer rubrum 'Somerset' - STD 16-18 CM CONT

Description
In a sunny location with lime-free, nutrient-rich, moist to wet, weakly acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of about 15 metres and grows to a width of about 10 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Acer rubrum var. tomentosum.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive orange-red autumn colouring

leaves
Attractive orange-red autumn colouring.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Red maple 'Somerset' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Red maple 'Somerset' is a conical growing tree with a closed crown. It usually reaches a height of 10 - 15 m and is approx. 8 - 10 m wide. It usually grows 5 - 15 cm per year.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny 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.

Use
Solitary

Root
Acer rubrum 'Somerset' is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.