Acer campestre
Hedge Maple, Field Maple
Mature Size, Growth, Longevity
Average mature size of 35' tall and 35' wide. Slow growth rate.
Native Range
Europe, Near East and Africa.
Flower and Fruit Details
Flowers are green, ineffective, in May. Fruits are winged samaras, 1.25-1.75" long, 0.33-0.5" wide.
Leaf and Bark Features
Yellow, yellow-green fall color, late October. Bark is gray-black, lightly ridged and furrowed.
Culture and Care
Plant in full sun to light shade. Extremely adaptable, virtually any pH. Air pollution tolerant. No serious disease or insect problems.
Strengths, Weaknesses, Other Facts
Best maple for dry alkaline soil.