Acer griseum

Paper-bark maple is a loosely growing, picturesque large shrub. It usually reaches a height of 6 - 10 m and is approx. 3 - 5 m wide. It usually grows 10 - 20 cm per year.

The shoots of Acer griseum are smooth, reddish-brown in colour.

The deciduous leaves of Paper-bark maple are dark green, trifoliate, opposite, weakly lobed. They are about 3 - 5 cm in size. Amber-coloured shoots. Paper-bark maple turns bright scarlet in autumn.

Brown, rolling bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The light yellow flowers of Paper-bark maple appear in umbels in May.

Finely branched, close to the surface.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Paper-bark maple has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Solitary

The plant has a medium water requirement.

Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound dressing as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

No pruning is necessary for this plant.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).