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Acer Palmatum Phoenix Large. 20 Litre.

Acer Palmatum Phoenix Large. 20 Litre.

£84.95
Acer Palmatum Phoenix, large 20 litre pots. Delivery by Charellagardens
Acer Palmatum Phoenix, large 20 litre pots. Delivery by Charellagardens Acer Palmatum Phoenix, large 20 litre pots. Delivery by Charellagardens
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Quick Overview
Large Acer Palmatum Phoenix, also known as the snake bark maple. Foliage is pinky red during spring and summer, red then orange and yellow in autumn. Height and spread at maturity approximately 2.5 metres
Plant Size (cm)
Plant Size (cm)
121cm - 140cm
Pot Size - Litre
Pot Size - Litre
Various Options
Anticipated Height
Anticipated Height
3/4m+/-
Toleration
Toleration
-10
Growth Speed
Growth Speed
Slow
Evergreen?
Evergreen?
No
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Acer Palmatum Phoenix 20 Litre Large: The incredible winter bark colour of Acer x conspicuum ‘Phoenix’ – a vivid orangey-pink with silver striations – never fails to attract comment. It is this striped winter bark which gives acers like this their common name – snakebark maples. In addition the deep golden leaves of this cultivar provide lovely colour interest in the autumn. To display this plant to the best, we recommend planting or positioning in front of a dark background like an evergreen hedge or shrub   Whilst Acer plants are not fully fledged lime hating or ericaceous plants, they do tend to do better when planted in acid soil, if you are in doubt of your soil type sprinkle some sulphur over the planting area, do this during still weather as it will be in dust form this will lower the lime content and raise acid. If pot planting go for a good quality ericaceous compost. 

What to expect: Your plant will arrive planted in a large 12litre/ 32cm Pot. It will have an actual size excluding the pot of approximately 115-125cm and will depending on the time of year purchased look just like the pictures, taken March & May. 

Planting Position: Will tolerate full sun but does better in lightly shaded areas. Plant away from exposed frosty sites, as late spring frosts may damage new foliage.

Soil: While acer plants are not fully fledged Ericaceous or Lime Hating plants they do prefer soil with a high Acid content.

Suitable for container planting: Yes equally as happy in the pot or the ground.

Eventual height and spread: Upto 2.5 metres tall with a 2.5 metre spread.

Growth Speed: Relatively slow.

Growth Habit: Upright and bushy.

Flowering Period: Not applicable.

Pruning: Not really a requirement. However if you choose to, hard Pruning should be done in the dormant months November through to early February. Some light pruning can also be undertaken during the growing season to help create a defined shape for your plant

Foliage: Starts pink then green with a touch of red then dark red in Autumn

Evergreen: No deciduous

Winter Hardy: Yes

Acer plants prefer Acid soil although this is not an aboslute necessity it will help the plant reach its full potential. If you have unsuccessfully tried to grow Azalea, Rhododendren, Pieris, Camellias the chances are your soil has a high lime content. Soil can be improved by adding Ericaceous compost to the planting hole this will lower the lime content and raise acid. If pot planted best choice is John Innes Ericaceous Compost this is a specially formulated sterilised loam based, lime free compost with essential foods for plants such as Acer Palmatum. Also in the coldest areas it may be advisable wrap the pots in a winter fleece or bubble wrap during the coldest months, this will help protect the roots. Repotting in fresh compost should be considered every 2 years. Ensure an adequate water supply and feed approximately every 6-8 weeks from early spring through to mid-summer