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Species: Acer campestre

(ay'ser kam-pess'tree)

Acer campestre

Hedge Maple

Found on Course Walks

Maples, Beeches and Others

Map of plant locations

(Plant location data may be incomplete)

In Collection(s):

Recommended Urban Trees Collection
Tree Identification Guide

Ornamental Characteristics

Tree < 30 feet

25' - 35'

Deciduous

round

Environmental Characteristics

Full sun

5a

Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)

Known to naturalize or become invasive in some areas

Yes

Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil; Prolonged periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

Relatively pest free

Bare Root Transplanting

Easy

Other

Native to Europe, Middle East and North Africa.

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil
Consistently moist, well-drained soil
Occasional periods of dry soil
Prolonged periods of dry soil
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