Henry's Maple

Acer henryi

Planted 2010

This tree, native to China, is a relatively rare cultivation. It is a dioecious tree, meaning that the male and female flowers grow on seperate trees. The green leaves, clustered in groups of three, eventually give way to a deep red color in the fall. This is a hardy cultivar that is interesting year round for any landscape.

Henry's Maple Tree
   
Close up of Henry's Maple tree Leaf
   
Close up of Henry's Maple bark
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
25 ft. 25 ft. 5-6 Moderate Medium

Leaf

Grow in groups of three. New growth is bronze or green, turning to a red in the fall. 5-10 centimeters long.

Fruit

Clustered in long droopy stalks. Each fruit is about 2 cm long with wings and nutlets.

Flower

Yellow to white, spiky flowers clustered on long stalks.

Advantages

Hardy and tolerant of most conditions. Bright seasonal color.

Disadvantages

Intolerant of shade and poorly drained soils.