Acer negundo variegatum – Variegated Box Elder Maple

Description

Acer negundo variegatum – Variegated Maple 

Also known as Ghost Maple or Silver Variegated Box Elder

HEIGHT: 8.0m

WIDTH: 6.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Rounded spreading habit

FOLIAGE: Foliage is a pale green with creamy silver irregular markings. Be aware that some branching may revert to plain green leaves, and these should be removed.

FLOWERS: Insignificant

 DESCRIPTION: A small and hardy fast growing tree with a rounded habit. Roots can be invasive.

 LANDSCAPE USES: Feature or shade

 TOLERANCES: Suitable to most climates, requires partial shade to avoid leaf scorch. Tolerant to coastal areas and wind.

 TREE CARE: Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.