Acer Negundo ‘Flamingo’

Acer negundo ‘Flamingo’ is a fast-growing type of Maple with attractive characteristics. The young leaves with a broad, soft pink salmon coloured margin changing to white, often green at first; shoots glaucous-bloomed. This tree can be pruned hard in early spring creating a superb exotic foliage effect in late summer. Attractive grey-white stems during the winter. Perfect for growing in a small garden due to its narrow canopy.

History: Raised in the Netherlands before 1976.

Acer Growing Tips: Very easy to grow in a wide range of well-drained soils. They thrive in sun but with partial shade to protect the leaves from scorch. A sheltered area away from strong winds is preferred.

Height and Spread (after 10 years) : 4m x 3m

Attributes

• Tree shape: Standard
• Drought tolerant
• Leaf colour: Pink / Green
• Size: Small
• Prefers acid soil
• Chalk tolerant
• Can be hard pruned

If this is out of stock, you can request to order it into the centre by filling in a tree enquiry form. Please click here to go to the tree enquiry form.

Tree information and images from Frank P Matthews.