Acer pensylvanicum (Snake-bark Maple / Striped Maple) | 10 Seeds | £3.49

A rare garden specimen tree of shapely form possessing beautiful striped bark from a young age

Growing to around 20 ft (6 m) tall, displaying warm foliage colours during autumn

Fully frost hardy - Protect very young plants and seedlings from hard frosts initially

Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack

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Genus: Acer

Species: pensylvanicum

English name: Snake Bark Maple / Striped Maple

Plant type: Deciduous, small tree

Eventual height: 20 ft (6 m) tall

Season of Interest: Attractive striped bark all year round; green foliage spring to summer; warm autumn colours; beautiful leafless form over winter

Hardiness: Fully hardy. 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

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