Acer buergerianum

Native to eastern China, Acer buergerianum has glossy green, 3-lobed leaves leaves which can turn brilliant shades of pink, yellow, orange and red in autumn before falling. A handsome tree, this makes an excellent choice for planting in a garden or as a street tree due to its tolerance of air pollution and dry soil conditions.

Acer buergerianum is also often used for Bonsai as it responds very well to pruning.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Any well drained, fertile soil. Acer buergerianum is tolerant of dry soil conditions.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Small or eventually medium sized, branching, spreading tree.
  • Height: 10 m (32 ft) / [up to 5 m (16 ft) after 10 years]
  • Spread: 8 m (26 ft) / [up to 3 m (10 ft) after 10 years]

• Notes: Acer buergerianum is tolerant of pollution and dry conditions, making it a good ornamental tree for urban areas or street planting.