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Acer buergerianum

Trident Maple

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Description

The Trident Maple is a small deciduous tree growing to 20' tall and wide, bearing small, 3' lobed leaves noted for brilliant, reliable red-orange and deep salmon pink fall color. The bark quickly becomes greyish, and this is the most popular maple for bonsai in Japan, being especially valued for its beautiful surface roots. Depending on the severity of the summer, it should receive sun to mostly shade. with average watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Red

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Meadow, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Lawn, Patio, Street Tree

Special Uses

Container, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.