Acer campestre 'Red Shine' (Pleached) Flowering-Tree pendulous fruit

pendulous fruit

The decorative cream-coloured bracts are large

often remaing on the tree through winter

followed by small strawberry-like inedible fruits

Not to be confused with the larger cultivar 'Dalecarlica' which has wider

Acer campestre 'Red Shine' (Pleached) Flowering-Tree pendulous fruitA most unusual field maple with intriguing green and white variegated leaves. New foliage emerges crimson, contrasting beautifully against the more mature leaves. The winged fruits (samaras) take on the same vibrant red colour later in summer. Attractive orange autumn display. Does well in most conditions, but best in acidic soil and partial shade. H7