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Acer pseudoplatanus - Maple

Acer pseudoplatanus
Sycamore, Sycamore Maple, Great Maple

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lr 28/07/20 I received the young plant everything was ok, the packaging, the delivery, and of course the young plant. 10/10 for Promesse de fleurs<; I wanted to place another order but the acer sycomore is out of stock so see you in autumn.

simone, 30/07/2020

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Acer pseudoplatanus, better known as the Sycamore, is a large tree with a dense, rounded habit bearing dark green palmate foliage that turns golden-yellow in autumn. It is often used as a specimen tree or for hedgerows and windbreaks. Vigorous and fast-growing, it is best suited for large gardens.
Flower size
1 cm
Height at maturity
25 m
Spread at maturity
15 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time February to March, October to November
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

Acer pseudoplatanus, better known as the Sycamore, is widely spread in the United Kingdom. With its beautiful palmate dark green foliage that turns golden-yellow in autumn, this large tree with a dense rounded habit is often used as a specimen tree or for hedgerows and windbreaks. The Sycamore is not demanding in terms of soil, as long as it is deep enough to accommodate its powerful root system. Vigorous and fast-growing, it is best suited for large gardens.

Native to mountainous regions of Europe, Acer pseudoplatanus, not to be confused with Acer platanoides, is known by different names depending on the region, such as Sycamore maple, false plane tree, large maple, mountain maple, and occasionally white maple. It is a large forest tree belonging to the aceraceae family, reaching heights of 35 to 40 m (98 ft 5 in to 131 ft 2 in), often associated with fir and beech. This light and semi-shade tree can live up to 500 years. Its wood is commonly used for making musical instruments. The Sycamore has a spreading and rounded, very dense habit. The deciduous foliage consists of large palmate leaves divided into 5 pointed, toothed lobes, measuring 10 to 15 cm (3.9 to 5.9 in) in length. In autumn, it turns a fiery orange that can be seen from afar. The flowering, although interesting, is moderately abundant and occurs in May, after the leaves have appeared. The small yellow flowers, highly attractive to bees, are arranged in pendulous terminal clusters. The fruiting, in the form of two-winged samaras, is abundant. It only appears on trees at least 20 years old. The bark of the branches is brown and smooth. With age, it flakes off in large plates.

Acer pseudoplatanus is a very vigorous tree, perfectly resistant to severe frost and wind, and is not picky about soil type as long as it is deep and moist enough. It prefers slightly acidic, non-calcareous soils. It will be majestic when planted as a specimen tree in a park or large garden. It is an excellent shade tree, thanks to its dense foliage, and its great tolerance to harsh weather conditions and salt spray makes it a very good windbreak tree. Finally, if space allows, it will be magnificent as an avenue tree, adorning alleys and borders with its imposing presence, pleasant shade, and splendid autumn colours.

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Acer pseudoplatanus - Maple (Foliage) Foliage
Acer pseudoplatanus - Maple (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 25 m
Spread at maturity 15 m
Habit spreading
Growth rate fast

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant
Flowering time May
Inflorescence Corymb
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Fruit colour green

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Acer

Species

pseudoplatanus

Family

Aceraceae

Other common names

Sycamore, Sycamore Maple, Great Maple

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference871793

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Planting and care

Acer pseudoplatanus should be planted in spring or autumn in a deep, moist soil, preferably with a slightly acidic pH, in a sunny or partially shaded location. It is perfectly hardy and resistant to wind and salt spray. Keep the soil moist during the first two summers after planting. Mulching can be beneficial to maintain soil moisture, depending on the climate. Pruning is not essential. Remove dead wood in spring.

Planting period

Best planting time February to March, October to November
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge
Type of use Free-standing, Hedge
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Neutral, Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Deep, fresh, well-draining soil.

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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