Acer barbinerve — Bushy

Overview

Acer barbinerve is a bushy shrubs in the genus Acer, part of the Sapindaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Acer barbinerve grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural.

About

Acer barbinerve, commonly known as bearded maple, is an Asian species of maple found in Korea, eastern Russia, and northeastern China (Heilongjiang, Jilin, Liaoning). Acer barbinerve may grow as a shrub or a multi-stemmed tree up to 7 meters tall. It has smooth gray bark; the leaves are non-compound, with 5 shallow lobes, the blade up to 10 cm long, with teeth along the edges. It is a dioecious species, with separate male and female plants. Grow it in full sun and partial shade and most soil types. In UK gardens it is very hardy across most of the UK (RHS H6). It works well for architectural. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained, well-drained conditions and south-facing, north-facing, west-facing and east-facing aspects. Grow in moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position. Japanese maples prefer partial shade and protection from cold, drying winds. See acer cultivation.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Acer

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Acer barbinerve size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs, Trees
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Architectural

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Acer barbinerve

Propagation: Propagate by grafting
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to Acer gall mite, aphids, caterpillars and horse chestnut scale
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to Verticillium wilt, Acer leaf scorch and honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Acer barbinerve?

Acer barbinerve prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Acer barbinerve need?

Acer barbinerve is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.

Is Acer barbinerve hardy in the UK?

Acer barbinerve has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Acer barbinerve?

Propagate by grafting.

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