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Amur Maple

Amur Maple (Acer ginnala)

GIS Coordinate:
N40 21.246 W94 53.078

Trail Number:
C8

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Description

Family:
Aceraceae 

Foliage: 
Leaf is three-lobed, opposite, simple, approximately 1.5 to 3 inches long and toothed

Native Locale:
Northern China

Mature Height:
15-18 feet

Mature Width:
15-18 feet

Hardiness Zones:
Zone 3 to 8

Soil Preference:
Prefers moist, well- drained soil

Growth Habit:
Multi- stemmed large shrub or small tree often of rounded outline; shape is variable and can be successfully tailored to specific landscapes requirements by pruning

Rate of Growth:
Over a period of 10 to 20 years the growth would average 12 to 20'

Disease and Insect:
Relatively free of problems

Landscape Value: 
Hardy, multi-stemmed with good red fall color. Popular for patio tree, screen or grouping. Can be pruned for hedges.

Additional Notes:
n/a