Large Standard Acer Platanoides Crimson Sentry 250/275. 35 Litre: Acer Platanoides 'Crimson Sentry' is a cultivar of the Norway maple tree (Acer Platanoides). It is a deciduous tree that is known for its compact and upright growth habit. This cultivar is popular for its attractive foliage and its ability to thrive in urban environments.
One of the standout features of 'Crimson Sentry' is its foliage. The leaves are deeply lobed and have a rich, dark purple to maroon colour throughout the growing season. In the autumn, the leaves turn a vibrant shade of orange or red, adding a burst of colour to the landscape.
This cultivar is relatively low-maintenance and adapts well to a variety of soil conditions, including clay and sandy soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate some drought once established. 'Crimson Sentry' is also known for its tolerance to urban pollution, making it a resilient choice for city environments.
Overall, Acer Platanoides Crimson Sentry is a beautiful and compact maple tree that adds colour and structure to any landscape.
A relatively low maintenance tree, Norway Maples require very little help in becoming established. Try adding a dressing of multi purpose fertiliser around the plant in late spring to boost growth. Pruning is not required apart from removing any branches that have been damaged during winter, this is best done in early spring before the growing season commences.
Unfortunately the height of these plants makes it impossible for us to deliver them by courier and can only be delivered in one of our vehicles so we cannot deliver nationwide. As a rough guide we deliver to all destinations south of our nursery in the Cotswolds and upto approximately Manchester and Leeds if heading north. The Website will not take your order if you are outside of one of our delivery postcodes, this will be confirmed in the checkout and basket area when postcode is entered.
We may be able to deliver outside of one of our regular areas but by arrangement only.
