Acer Negundo 'Sensation' (Box Elder Maple)
Acer Negundo 'Sensation' (Box Elder Maple)
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Acer Negundo 'Sensation' (Box Elder Maple) is a fast-growing deciduous shade tree prized for its attractive rounded canopy and spectacular autumn colour. Fresh green compound foliage transforms into brilliant shades of crimson, orange and scarlet in autumn, creating a striking seasonal display. Its upright form makes it an excellent choice for streetscapes, larger gardens and parkland plantings.
Adaptable to a wide range of climates and soil conditions, this hardy maple establishes quickly and provides generous shade with minimal maintenance. Whether planted as a feature specimen or incorporated into avenue plantings, Acer Negundo 'Sensation' offers year-round interest and exceptional autumn beauty, making it a valuable addition to any landscape.
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Mature height
10-12m
Mature width
8-10m
Spacing
7-9m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Green leaves which turn deep burgundy/red in autumn
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Looses leaves in winter, produces new leaves in spring with flowering usually in early September
Sun tolerance
Grows best in cooler areas, it tolerates frost, full sun, shade (once established), air pollution and flooding, as well as drought to some extent.
Maintenance
Light pruning during late winter or early spring to maintain shape and health
Root System
Produces a non-invasive, shallow root system that spreads laterally and is well-behaved near structures when given adequate spacing