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Field Maple Hedging – Acer Campestre
£2.49 – £68.79
Acer campestre, also known as Field Maple, is a UK native often used as hedging in gardens and parks. Known for its vibrant autumn hues, adaptability, and wildlife-friendly characteristics, Field Maple is a popular choice for various landscaping projects.
Field Maple Hedging – Acer Campestre
Acer campestre, also known as Field Maple, is a UK native often used as hedging in gardens and parks. Known for its vibrant autumn hues, adaptability, and wildlife-friendly characteristics, Field Maple is a popular choice for various landscaping projects.
Description and Characteristics
Field Maple typically reaches a height of 4-10 metres (13-33 feet) when cultivated for hedging. The foliage is a beautiful lush green in spring and summer, turning to rich golden-yellow hues in the autumn.
Field Maple is a moderately fast grower, typically adding 30-60cm (1-2 feet) per year. The tree has a long lifespan and can live for hundreds of years in the right conditions.
Flowering, Fruits, and Reproduction
In spring, the Field Maple produces clusters of small, yellow-green flowers. By the autumn, these flowers mature into winged seeds, or ‘samaras’, which helicopter down to the ground and can be carried by the wind for successful dispersal.
Benefits to Wildlife
Field Maple is an excellent tree for supporting biodiversity. Its flowers provide nectar for bees and other pollinating insects in the spring, while the seeds are a food source for birds and small mammals in the autumn. Moreover, the dense foliage provides shelter for various bird species.
Ideal for British Gardens
Field Maple is a versatile hedging plant, thriving in various soil types and conditions. It can withstand both full sun and partial shade. As a hedge, it provides a dense, durable barrier with added aesthetic appeal due to its autumn colour change.
Moreover, the Field Maple is tolerant of pruning and can be maintained at a desired height with ease. It’s also resistant to air pollution, making it a suitable choice for urban and roadside plantings.
Distribution in the UK
As a native species, Field Maple is found across the UK, both in wild settings like woods and hedge rows, and cultivated in parks and gardens.
In summary, Acer campestre, with its stunning autumn hues, wildlife benefits, and adaptability, makes a superb choice for British garden designs. Whether you’re creating a robust hedge, a wildlife-friendly garden, or simply desire a tree that offers seasonal interest, Field Maple stands out as an excellent option.
| Style | Full Standard, Boxhead, Feathered, Multi Stem, Pleached, Half Standard Pleached, Umbrella, Half Standard, Espalier, Mini Standard, Ball, Cone, Spiral, Cube, Cloud Form, Cube Spiral, Cube Multiball, Cube Ball Cone, Pom-pom, Lollipop, Archway, Twisted Stem, Triple Lollipop, Multiball 2, Multiball 3, Dome, Cylinder, Pyramid, Cylindrical Dome, Twisted Stem, Unique, Bonsai, Instant Hedge, Instant Screen, Hedging Plants, Young Tree, Regular Tree |
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| Root Type | Pot Grown, Rootball, Bare Root |
| Height | 15-30cm, 30-50cm, 50-70cm, 70-90cm, 90-110cm, 110-130cm, 130-150cm, 150-170cm, 170-200cm, 200-230cm, 230-250cm, 250-270cm, 270-300cm, 300-350cm, 350-400cm, 400-450cm, 450-500cm, 500-600cm, 600-700cm, 700-800cm, 10-20cm, 20-30cm, 30-40cm, 40-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, 70-80cm, 80-90cm, 90-100cm, 100-110cm, 110-120cm, 120-130cm, 130-140cm, 140-150cm |
| Stem Girth | 4-6cm, 6-8cm, 8-10cm, 10-12cm, 12-14cm, 14-16cm, 16-18cm, 18-20cm, 20-22cm, 22-24cm, 24-26cm, 26-28cm, 28-30cm, 30-35cm, 35-40cm, 40-45cm, 45-50cm, 50-60cm, 60-70cm, N/A, 20-25cm, 25-30cm |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |
| Origin | Native |
| Water Requirement | Moderate Watering |
| Growth Height | Medium Growing |
| Growth Speed | Moderate Growth |
| Costal Growing | No |
| Conifer? | No |
| Flowering? | Yes |
| Hard Wood Cutbacks? | 0 |
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STANDARD DELIVERY TYPES
Box/Parcel – Used for plants sized 0-70cm, costs £12. Order £100 worth of plants of that size to qualify for free delivery! Parcel deliveries are always sent for next day delivery unless otherwise specified.
Pallet – Used for plants sized 71-230cm, costs £60. Order £350 worth of plants to qualify for free pallet delivery! We always send our pallets for next day delivery, unless requested otherwise.
Private Van – Used for plants sized 231cm and taller, costs £60. Order £350 worth to get free private van delivery!
In all cases you can request a private van delivery, where your plants are delivered by us. Upon your request we can re-evaluate your delivery fee and let you know of the delivery time.
Please note, for pallet and box deliveries we use third party companies to deliver the goods. Not often, but occasionally some delays may happen due to unforeseen circumstances, which are out of our control. For this reason, we ask you to never book gardeners, contractors, or other industry professionals for the estimated delivery date. Please do not book days off work or cancel other commitments specifically for your plant delivery to avoid disappointment.
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Please note that we currently are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland and The Republic of Ireland due to Brexit rules and regulations.
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