Overview
Acer grosseri is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Acer, part of the Sapindaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Acer grosseri 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, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and patio and container plants.
About
Acer grosseri is a deciduous maple in the Sapindaceae with a well-branched habit. It takes full sun or partial shade and prefers south- or west-facing, sheltered positions. It will grow in clay, sand or loam across acid to alkaline soils provided they are moist but well-drained and is rated H6 (very hardy). It flowers in March to April.
About the genus
Acer is a genus of trees and shrubs commonly known as maples. The genus is placed in the soapberry family Sapindaceae. There are approximately 132 species, most of which are native to East Asia, with a number also appearing in Europe, northern Africa, and North America.
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In the garden
Acer grosseri is a deciduous member of the genus Acer (family Sapindaceae) with a compact, well-branched form suited to planted and container situations. Its growth habit makes it useful where a defined canopy or vertical accent is required without a large tree footprint. Position the plant in full sun or partial shade on a sheltered south- or west-facing aspect to reduce exposure stress. It tolerates clay, sand and loam and accepts acid, neutral or alkaline soils, but performs best where soil remains moist yet well-drained. The plant carries a UK hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy under typical British winter conditions; give younger specimens some protection from strong winds where sites are exposed. Acer grosseri suits architectural roles in gardens, small courtyards and city planting, and it adapts to patio or container culture when afforded adequate root volume and consistent moisture. It also fits into cottage or informal planting where a defined maple form is wanted without a large mature spread. Expect flowering to occur in March to April.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Acer
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Sand, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Acer grosseri size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Acer grosseri
- Propagation
- Seed, Layering, Grafting, Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Acer gall mite, Aphids, Caterpillars, Horse chest scale
- Disease resistance
- Verticillium wilt, Acer leaf scorch, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Acer grosseri?
Acer grosseri prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Acer grosseri need?
Acer grosseri is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, sand and loam. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Acer grosseri hardy in the UK?
Acer grosseri 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 grosseri?
Seed, Layering, Grafting, Softwood cuttings.
More in the Acer genus
- Acer palmatum 'Englishtown' (Dw)Japanese Maple
- Acer palmatum 'Hippy-fin-mo' (Dw)Japanese Maple
- Acer palmatum 'Korin' (A)Japanese Maple
- Acer shirasawanum 'Red Dawn'Shirasawa maple
