Carnival Hedge Maple

Bright splash of color for a shady spot

Botanical Name- Acer campestre 'Carnival'

Pronunciation- AY-sir kam-PES-tray

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 6 ft

Mature Height- 8 ft

Sun Exposure- Part sun

Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils

Current Size- #5

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Fauna Attracted- Bees (early-season pollen), various pollinating flies, migratory songbirds (for seeds)

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C52

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly in late winter to remove dead or crossing branches. Water during prolonged dry spells. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove dead or crossing branches. Light shaping encourages a healthy canopy.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 10-5-5) in spring just before bud break; moderate to high feeding need for younger trees. In clay, use compost to improve aeration and nutrient availability.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone

Possible Issues- Verticillium wilt, aphids, leaf scorch, anthracnose