Acer griseum
Paperbark Maple
Deciduous Tree
This tree is a real standout in winter with its beautiful copper-colored bark. A bit gangly in youth, it's worth the wait.
Growing Conditions
Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8
Exposure:
Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade, Morning Sun
Water Needs:
Average
Description
Size: 180 - 240 tall x 144 - 180 wide
Shape / Form:
Upright
Foliage Texture:
Medium
Foliage Quality:
Medium
Features: Attractive Bark or Stem, Fall Color, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest, Year-round Interest
Foliage Color:
Green
Fall Color:
Red,
Red Orange,
Reliable Fall Color
Fruit Description:
Bronze / Copper
Uses and Applications
Landscape Uses:
Small Gardens, Specimen, Street Tree, Structure / Foundation
Special Situations:
Courtyard / Urban Garden
More Design Considerations
Season of Interest:
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Pleasing Seasonal Changes, Year-round Interest, Late Winter / Early Spring, Late Fall / Early Winter, Three Seasons of Interest
Position / Role:
canopy
Collections:
Great Plant Pick, Plants That Earn Their Keep
Care and Maintenance
Maintenance Level:
medium
Plant Combos
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Sturdy, Adaptable, All Seasons Plant Combo
Focus: Curb Appeal, Mixed Border
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Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade, Part Sun
Zone: 7, 8, 9 -
Low Maintenance, High-Impact Front Yard Garden
Focus: Curb Appeal, Mixed Border, Year-round Interest
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Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade, Part Sun, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun
Zone: 7, 8, 6 -
Plant Combo with Firm Foundation And Fun Flowers
Focus: Curb Appeal, Mixed Border, Year-round Interest, Pleasing Seasonal Flow
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Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun
Zone: 7, 8, 6 -
Foliage-driven Garden Plan with Summer Blooms
Focus: Curb Appeal, Mixed Border, Year-round Interest, Pleasing Seasonal Flow
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Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun
Zone: 7, 8