Field Maple (Acer campestre) is a versatile, native deciduous shrub or small tree, prized for its attractive foliage, fast growth, and exceptional value for wildlife. Perfect for native and mixed hedges, it provides seasonal colour, biodiversity, and structure, thriving in a wide range of soils and conditions.

In spring, fresh green lobed leaves emerge, turning rich golden-yellow in autumn for a vibrant seasonal display. Field Maple supports pollinators with its small spring flowers and provides food and shelter for birds and insects. Hardy, adaptable, and easy to manage, it’s ideal for natural screens, wildlife corridors, or countryside boundaries.

Supplied as bare root plants and available for delivery from November, Field Maple is a cost-effective and reliable choice for hedging projects large or small.

Key Features:

• Native deciduous shrub with attractive seasonal foliage

• Golden-yellow autumn colour and spring flowers for pollinators

• Excellent for wildlife and biodiversity

• Hardy, fast-growing, and low-maintenance

• Supplied bare root for cost-effective planting in November

Planting & Care:

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Any well-drained soil, including chalky or clay soils

• Watering: Water well during the first growing season; drought-tolerant once established

• Pruning: Trim in winter or early spring to shape and maintain density

• Spacing: Plant 3–5 per metre for a dense hedge

Design Ideas:

• Combine with hawthorn, hazel, and blackthorn in a mixed native hedge

• Use as a wildlife-friendly screen or boundary in gardens and fields

• Plant for seasonal colour and natural structure in rural or urban landscapes

Final Thought:
With its vibrant seasonal foliage, excellent wildlife value, and hardy nature, Field Maple is a superb choice for natural and mixed hedging. Supplied bare root for November planting, it offers beauty, biodiversity, and structure at exceptional value.

Pros:

1. Cost-Effective: Bare root plants are generally cheaper than potted plants.
2. Variety: Greater selection of species available.
3. Establishment: Often establish quickly in the garden.

Cons:

1. Timing: Must be planted during the dormant season (late autumn to early spring).
2. Initial Care: Require careful handling and timely planting.

Preparation for Planting:

1. Soak Roots: Immerse the roots in water for a few hours before planting to rehydrate them.
2. Inspect: Trim any damaged roots with clean, sharp scissors.
3. Dig Hole: Ensure the hole is wide enough to spread roots out without bending them.
4. Consider Cutting back: Cutting back by up to 1/3, especially on taller plants will reduce possible losses and improve plant establishment.

Planting Process:

1. Plant Depth: Plant at the same depth they were grown in the nursery, indicated by the soil mark on the stem.
2. Fill Hole: Backfill with soil, ensuring no air pockets around the roots.
3. Water: Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil around the roots.

Possibility of Losses:

• Adjustment Period: Some plants may not survive the transition due to transplant shock or poor initial care.
• Mitigation: Proper planting techniques and aftercare, like regular watering and mulching, can reduce losses.

Aftercare Tips:

1. Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged during the establishment period.
2. Mulching: Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
3. Protection: Protect young plants from extreme weather and pests.

Bare root planting is a straightforward, economical way to enhance your garden, provided you follow these essential steps to ensure successful establishment.

Full Guide to planting bare root can be found here

Field Maple Hedging Bare Root 60-100 cm Delivery Jan/Feb Grasslands Nursery

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.