Overview
Acer sterculiaceum is a bushy, spreading, upright, weeping, cascading shrubs in the genus Acer, part of the Sapindaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Acer sterculiaceum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include specimen trees, wildlife gardens and low maintenance.
About
Acer sterculiaceum is a deciduous shrub or tree belonging to the Acer genus, known for its bushy, spreading, upright, weeping, or cascading habit. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. This hardy plant (H6) can be grown in exposed or sheltered locations and is ideal for specimen trees, wildlife gardens, and low-maintenance planting. It offers seasonal interest in spring, summer, and autumn, with the genus typically producing pairs of palmately lobed leaves and distinctive winged fruits.
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
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Acer sterculiaceum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading, Upright, Weeping, Cascading
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Specimen trees, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Acer sterculiaceum
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting, Softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Acer gall mite, Aphids, Caterpillars, Horse chestnut scale
- Disease resistance
- Verticillium wilt, Acer leaf scorch, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Acer sterculiaceum?
Acer sterculiaceum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Acer sterculiaceum need?
Acer sterculiaceum 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.
Is Acer sterculiaceum hardy in the UK?
Acer sterculiaceum 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 sterculiaceum?
Seed, Grafting, Softwood cuttings.
More in the Acer genus
- Acer acuminatum
- Acer argutum
- Acer barbinerve
- Acer buergerianum 'Himcode'
- Acer buergerianum 'Naruto'
- Acer caesiumHimalayan maple
- Acer campbellii
- Acer campestre 'Schwerinii'
