Field Maple

The Field Maple is often overshadowed by more exotic Acers, but makes a fine large specimen tree. It can also be used to form tall hedges.

Like many other maple species the autumn leaf colours are a particular feature.

Clusters of dull yellow - green flowers are produced in spring. They have little ornamental value but are very attractive to bees because they produce a lot of nectar.

Winged seeds are produced in autumn.

 

Field Maple maple trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

• 11-year bare-root tree £37.50

  
  Very large size (4m-7m after 10 years)
  

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• 22-year bare-root tree £45.50

  
  Very large size (4m-7m after 10 years)
  

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How to grow

Field Maples are very easy to grow, they will thrive in most soil situations and can tolerate some waterlogging over the winter.

They can be pruned back at any time of the year.

History

Acer campestre is native to the UK and Europe.

Field Maple characteristics

• Gardening skillBeginner
• AwardsRHS AGM (current) - 1993
• Attractive featuresAttractive tree / plantAutumn foliage colour
• Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
• Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
• SunlightTolerates shadePrefers full sun
• PruningPrune hard
• Site conditionsOccasional flooding
• Leaf colourBronzeGreen
• Leaf colour - autumnMultiple tints
• Annual cycleDeciduous