Field Maple Tree | Premium Seeds | Acer campestre 'Summer' | Plants'®

Field Maple Tree | Premium Seeds | Acer campestre | Summer | LOT 2024703124 | Plants'®

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EXTERNAL PACKAGE | Collectable labels of the purchased species specially designed by our team.
SEED BAG | Contains the amount of seeds purchased.
PLANTS'® GROWTH MANUAL | Original manual developed by our researchers included especifically for each species.
 

ABOUT THE SPECIES | Field Maple

🍁 Transform Your Garden with the Enchanting Field Maple! 🍁

Imagine your garden adorned with the timeless beauty of the Field Maple (Acer campestre), also known as Common Maple or Hedge Maple. This charming species from the Sapindaceae family is your gateway to a picturesque and resilient landscape.

🌿 Why Choose Field Maple?

1. Seasonal Splendor:

Summer: Enjoy the bright-dark green foliage that adds a lush, vibrant touch to your garden.

Fall: Witness the transformation as leaves turn a stunning golden-yellow, creating a breathtaking autumn display.

2. Majestic Growth:

With a slow growth rate of 1 to 1.6 feet per year, the Field Maple can reach heights of 49 to 82 feet, providing a majestic canopy that offers shade and beauty.

3. Versatile and Hardy:

Thriving in temperate and cold climates (USDA zones 8b - 4a), this species is perfect for states like GA, SC, NC, VA, and many more. Its adaptability to full sun, partial shade, and drought tolerance makes it ideal for various landscapes.

4. Unique Appearance:

The rounded-oval canopy shape adds a distinctive character to your garden. The brown bark, finely fissured and often somewhat corky, provides an interesting texture and visual appeal.

5. Practical Uses:

The white-colored, hard, and strong wood of the Field Maple is used for furniture, flooring, wood turning, and musical instruments. Its ornamental value and hardwood production add an extra layer of utility.

🌞 Cultivation Tips

Sunlight: Plant in full sun or partial shade to ensure optimal growth and health.

Soil: Prefers well-drained soil to prevent root rot.

Watering: Moderate watering is essential; avoid overwatering to maintain healthy roots.

🌼 Traditional Uses

The Field Maple is not only an ornamental gem but also a practical addition to your garden. Its wood and foliage have been used for various purposes, adding value beyond its aesthetic appeal.

🌟 Transform Your Garden Today!

Bring the enchanting allure of the Field Maple to your garden and enjoy a landscape that is both beautiful and resilient. Order your seeds now and embark on a journey of natural splendor!

Ready to plant the seeds of enchantment? 🌱 Shop your Field Maple seeds today!

LOT INFORMATION
Germination: 70%       Germination Test: Cut (Full Seed)
Purity: 98%                  Seeds/lb: 8,350
Origin: MA                  Crop Year: 2023 

SPECIES DATA SHEET

- Common Names: Field Maple, Common Maple, Hedge Maple.
- Species: Acer campestre.
- Genus: Acer.
- Family: Sapindaceae. 
- Order: Sapindales.
- Clade: Tracheophytes, Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids.
- Conservation Status: --/-- (-).
- Natural Range & Distribution: Native to much of continental Europe, Britain, southwest Asia from Turkey to the Caucasus, and north Africa in the Atlas Mountains. Introduced outside its native range in Europe and areas of USA and Western Australia.
- Preferred Climate: Temperate (Cfa, Cfb, Csa, Csb, Cfc) Cold(BSk, Dfa, Dfb, Dsb).
- Hardiness Zones: 8b - 4a (USDA)
- Best Grown (US States): GA, SC, NC, VA, DC, MD, DE, NJ, PA, NY, CT, RI, MA, VT, NH, ME, OH, WV, KY, TN, AL, MI, IN, MS, WI, IL, MN, IA, MO, AR, LA, ND, SD, NE, KS, OK, TX, MT, WY, CO, NM, ID, UT, AZ, WA, OR, NV, AK.
- Max Height: 49-82feet (15-25m).
- Max Canopy Spread: 32-56ft (10 to 17m).
- Canopy Shape: Rounded-Oval.
- Leaf Behavior: Deciduous.
- Summer Leaf Color: bright-dark green.
- Fall (Autumn) Leaf Color: Golden-yellow.
- Growth Rate: Slow ( 1-1.6ft/year | 0.3-0.5m/year).
- Blooming Description: Flowers are produced in spring at the same time as the leaves open, in erect clusters 4–6 cm (1.6–2.4 in) across, and are insect-pollinated.
- Blossom Color: yellow-green.
- Fruit Description: Samara with two winged achenes aligned at 180°, each achene is 8–10 mm (0.31–0.39 in) wide, flat, with a 2 cm (0.79 in) wing.
- Seed Description: Achene is 8–10 mm (0.31–0.39 in) wide, flat, with a 2 cm (0.79 in) wing.
- Bark Color: Brown. Up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) in diameter, with finely fissured, often somewhat corky bark.
- Wood: White colored, hard and strong, and used for furniture, flooring, wood turning and musical instruments, though the small size of the tree and its relatively slow growth make it a less priority wood. It has an OPALS rating of 7.
- Cultivation: Full sul, Partial Shade, Shade tolerant, Drought tolerant.
- Traditional Uses: Ornamental, Hardwood production.
- Alergenic Potential: Yes. Rare, may occur to sensitive people by contact with the sap, or polen inhaling.

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INFORMATION SOURCES

1. Wikimedia Foundation.
2. Allergy Resources UK
3. USDA | U.S. Department of Agriculture.
4. Seed Lot Germination Test carried out by our suppliers.

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