Esk Sunset Sycamore Maple
Acer pseudoplatanus 'Esk Sunset'
Pronunciation: AY-ser soo-doh-PLAT-uh-nus
SKU #04958
| Description | One of the showiest of maples, this striking deciduous tree is sure to catch attention. New spring leaves emerge orange-pink, maturing to shades of deep green, splashed with cream, tan and pink, with rich purple undersides. Excellent fall foliage. Foliage color varies with sun exposure. A stunning landscape specimen tree. |
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| Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Inconspicuous; prized for foliage. |
| Mature Size | Reaches 12 ft. tall, 10 ft. wide in 10 years; 25 ft. tall with age. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Fall Color, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Foliage Color | Multicolored |
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| Companion Plants | Redbud (Cercis); Snowberry (Symphoricarpos); Mugo Pine (Pinus); Beautyberry (Callicarpa); Sweetspire (Itea) |
| Care | Provide evenly moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot southern climates. Water deeply and regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; once established maintain moist, but not soggy, soil. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer in spring. Prune to shape annually. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-8
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