Acer platanoides - Cultivation Notes
This tough Acer will flourish in any fertile well drained soil. Plant in full sun / partial shade in sheltered or exposed areas. Prune back hard every 2/3 years to reduce size and maintain larger, darker purple juvenile foliage.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Acer platanoides :
- Attractive autumn colour
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Attractive form or foliage for all year interest
- Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
- Tolerates cold exposed locations
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
Weaknesses of Acer platanoides
- Invasive top growth
- Does not produce showy attractive flowers
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Common Missspellings: Asir, Acear, Aceia, Achea, Azea, Achia, Asire