Regal Petticoat Maple
Acer pseudoplatanus 'Tunpetti'
Planted 2021
This large maple makes a great shade tree and can adapt to most soil types and growing conditions. Its leaves are a glossy green on top and a burgundy underneath. In the fall the leaves turns red and yellow and put on quite the show.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40-60 ft. | 40-60 ft. | 4-9 | Medium | Low |
Leaf
Opposite, simple, serrate, lobed, glossy green leaf with a burgundy underside.
Fruit
Samara, green, 1-3".
Flower
Not showy.
Advantages
Adapts to many different soil types and drought.
Disadvantages
Large tree not suitable to small landscapes.