Paperbark Maple Seed
- Peeling cinnamon-orange bark glows warmly in low winter light
- Neat trifoliate leaves turn rich red and orange late in fall
- Compact, slow-growing size suits patios, entryways and small courtyard gardens
- Refined specimen tree offering striking interest in every season of the year
Key Attributes
About Paperbark, Maple Seed
Peeling, cinnamon-orange bark that glows in winter light is the claim to fame of Paperbark Maple, a small ornamental tree. Acer griseum has neat trifoliate leaves that turn rich red and orange late in the fall, and its compact size suits patios, entryways and small gardens. It grows slowly and steadily into a refined specimen with year-round interest, earning a spot where it can be admired up close.
Growing details
Plant profile
Seed & variety
Before Planting
Planting
Watering
Fertilizer
Harvesting
Tips
Pests & Diseases
Paperbark Maple is relatively disease resistant. Occasional leaf spot or scorch can occur in hot, dry sites. Good siting and watering prevent most issues.
Pest problems are uncommon. Aphids may appear on new growth. Protect young trees from deer browse.
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