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Tree · DeciduousSKU 171284

Acer Camp. Elsrijk 6-8cm Girth

Acer Camp. Elsrijk 6-8cm Girth

Acer Campestre
Prized for its dense, uniform crown and vibrant seasonal foliage.
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Field Maple
Acer Campestre
Pollinator Friendly Pet Safe
Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
H6 (-20 to -15°C)
Mature size
Higher than 12m tall × 4-8m wide
Foliage
Deciduous
Flowers
Yellow
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Aspect
North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Supplied as
Pot Grown
Growth rate
Slow
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About Acer Camp. Elsrijk 6-8cm Girth

Acer campestre 'Elsrijk' – A Compact and Resilient Field Maple

Acer campestre 'Elsrijk' is a refined, compact variety of the native Field Maple, prized for its dense, uniform crown and vibrant seasonal foliage. With a naturally upright growth habit and excellent tolerance to urban conditions, it is an ideal choice for streetscapes, small gardens, and formal landscapes.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

In spring, fresh bright green leaves emerge, forming a dense and neatly rounded canopy. By summer, the foliage maintains its rich green colour, providing an elegant, structured appearance. Come autumn, golden-yellow hues take over, creating a spectacular seasonal display before the leaves fall. Small, yellow-green flowers appear in spring, followed by distinctive winged seeds (samaras) in autumn.

Structure & Form

Acer campestre 'Elsrijk' has a more compact, upright growth habit than the standard Field Maple, reaching 7m in height with a dense, oval-shaped crown. Its smooth, grey-brown bark develops subtle ridges with age, adding year-round interest. Unlike the standard species, 'Elsrijk' maintains a naturally uniform shape, requiring little pruning.

Growing Conditions & Care

  • Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
  • Soil: Adaptable to chalky, clay, loamy, or sandy soils; prefers well-drained conditions.
  • Hardiness: Fully frost and drought-tolerant once established.
  • Maintenance: Minimal pruning is required due to its naturally compact shape.

Perfect Plant Combinations

  1. Evergreens – Pair with evergreens like Taxus baccata (English Yew) or Juniperus communis for year-round contrast and structure.
  2. Flowering Shrubs – Rhododendron or Spiraea provide color contrast in spring and summer while complementing the tree’s seasonal leaf changes.
  3. Perennials – Hosta, Astilbe, or Heuchera work well in shaded areas beneath the canopy, adding texture and interest.
  4. Groundcovers – Low-growing plants like Vinca minor (Periwinkle) or Pachysandra can fill in spaces beneath the tree, offering a green carpet and minimizing weeds.
  5. Other Deciduous Trees – Pair with smaller trees like Prunus species (Cherry trees) or Malus species (Crabapple) for a beautiful layered landscape with complementary foliage and flowers.

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