Acer campestre 'Evenley Red'

Selected by Tim Whiteley in a Northamptonshire hedgerow, this lovely new form of our native Field Maple grows to be a handsome small tree in time with exceptional, rich-red, autumn colours.

A specimen in our arboretum has coloured brilliantly on our heavy clay, neutral soil since it was first planted in 1999. Acer campestre 'Evenley Red' is a rare, highly ornamental small tree ideal for most gardens or woodland areas.

Not instant gratification but very striking once established. Usually develops best autumn colour when mature if planted in a position with plenty of sun.

• Position: Full sun or light, partial shade.
• Soil: Any well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Slow initially then moderate
• Habit: Acer campestre 'Evenley Red' grows to be a small tree with a rounded crown.
  • Height: 10 m (32 ft) / [up to 4 m (13 ft) after ten years]
  • Spread: 8 m (26 ft)/ [up to 3 m (10 ft) after ten years]