Acer pal. Silhouette - Description

• Latin Name: Acer platanoides 'Silhouette'
• Common Name: Silhouette Maple
• Other Names: None
• Indoors or Outdoor: Suitable for outdoor planting
• Size: Grows to a mature height of approximately 10-12 meters with a spread of 4-6 meters.

Acer pal. Silhouette - Delivery

• Delivery Info: Your healthy Acer pal. Silhouette tree will be carefully packaged and shipped directly to your doorstep, ready for planting.

Acer pal. Silhouette - Characteristics

• Mature Size: This tree typically reaches a height of 10-12 meters with a spread of 4-6 meters.
• Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous, with lush green leaves turning to brilliant golden hues in the autumn.
• Preferred Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
• Shape - Plant Characteristics: Silhouette Maple has an upright, columnar shape, making it an excellent choice for urban gardens and narrow spaces.
• Hardy or Not Hardy: This maple is hardy in most climates, including Irish conditions.
• Diseases: Resistant to most common maple tree diseases.

Acer pal. Silhouette - Uses

• Uses in Garden: Ideal as a focal point in the garden, as a shade tree, or as a street tree due to its compact, columnar growth habit.

Acer pal. Silhouette - Planting Characteristics

• Preferred Planting Aspect: Full sun to partial shade.
• Frost Hardy: Yes, it is frost-hardy and well-suited to Irish climates.
• Fast or Slow Growing: Silhouette Maple has a moderate growth rate.
• Pruning Advice: Minimal pruning is required. Remove dead or damaged branches in late winter to early spring.

Acer pal. Silhouette - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

• Sowing Time: Plant in late winter or early spring.
• Instruction: Choose well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball. Place the tree, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly.
• Trench Preparation: Not required for this potted plant.
• Positioning of Plants: Plant in a location with good sun exposure and adequate space for its mature size.
• Plant Spacing: Space trees at least 4-6 meters apart.
• Pruning: Prune minimally, removing dead or damaged branches in late winter to early spring.
• Facts About Product: Acer pal. Silhouette, or Silhouette Maple, is a magnificent tree known for its elegant columnar shape and stunning autumn colors. It's a perfect choice for adding height and interest to your garden while requiring minimal maintenance.

Enhance your outdoor space with the grace and beauty of Acer pal. Silhouette. This hardy, compact maple is an excellent addition to any garden or urban landscape. Order yours today and enjoy the year-round charm of this Silhouette Maple.