Acer davidii (Père David's Maple / Snakebark Maple) | 20 Seeds | £3.49

A rare specimen tree and one of the best snakebark maples, growing to around 10-12 m (30-40 ft) in height within open ground, or 3-4 ft tall within a bonsai pot

Develops an attractive, spreading crown with arching branches of elegant, oval leaves, which emerge green in spring, turning amazing hues of pink, orange and yellow in autumn

The striking serpentine bark is a feature in itself - starting a striped red and slowly turning green and white as it ages

Provides all-year interest in any garden

Spring flowers are followed by attractive winged fruit and seeds

Full hardy to -15°C (5°F)

Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack

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Genus: Acer

Species: davidii

English name: Père David's Maple / Snakebark Maple

Plant type: Deciduous, small tree

Eventual height: Approx. 10-12 m (30-40 ft) in open ground; 3-4 feet grown as a bonsai

Season of Interest: Green foliage spring to summer; intense autumn colours; beautiful leafless form over winter

Hardiness: Fully hardy to -15°C (5°F). Very young seedlings and plants should have their new growth protected from very hard frosts

Shelter: from very strong winds

Sun Exposure: Partial shade

Soil: Moist, fertile and well-drained; water well in hotter months. Avoid alkaline soils

Propagation methods: From seed, and softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings

Acer davidii 🌱 Soak in warm water for 2 days. Place in a zip-lock bag with lightly-moist propagation compost or vermiculite, then refrigerate for 12 weeks, opening & shaking the bag daily for aeration. Finally sow 1cm deep within propagation compost. Keep at 20°C (68°F). Maintain moisture & bright conditions until germination. Alternatively, sow directly in pots outdoors within autumn, allowing natural frosts to break seed dormancy.

Caution: Not for consumption. Choking hazard. Keep away from children & pets. Handle with care.

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