Acer platanoides
Acer Crimson Sentry is a striking ornamental tree with rich red to deep purple foliage, making it an excellent focal point in any garden or landscape. Its upright, narrow growth habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens where space is limited. As the seasons change, its large, vibrant purple leaves transition to stunning shades of orange and red in autumn, adding seasonal interest.
This versatile tree is perfect for avenue or driveway planting, as a feature tree, or as a larger screen. It is commonly used as a street tree due to its resilience and adaptability. Acer Crimson Sentry thrives in various soil types and is highly tolerant of frost, full sun, moderate heat, and pollution, making it a low-maintenance choice. It typically requires minimal pruning and will flourish with an application of general-purpose fertilizer once or twice a year.
Height: 7 metres
Width: 4 metres
* Dimensions at maturity.
Best suited for:
- Small to medium gardens due to its upright, narrow growth habit
- Feature tree in residential landscapes
- Avenue and driveway planting
- Street tree planting in urban environments
- Larger screening purposes
- Areas with frost, full sun, or moderate heat conditions
- Low-maintenance landscapes requiring minimal pruning
