Maple trees

Acer negundo Sensation is a superior selection of Box Elder, prized for its uniform growth habit and well-balanced, symmetrical branching. New foliage emerges in attractive green with subtle reddish tones, maturing through the seasons to deliver a brilliant display of red, orange, and yellow in autumn. The greyish-brown bark contrasts nicely with fresh green stems, adding further visual appeal. This small to medium-sized maple forms an upright, well-proportioned tree, making it an excellent choice for larger gardens, street plantings, parks, and open landscapes. With improved heat and drought tolerance, Sensation is a reliable and resilient performer in a range of conditions.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Prefers full sun and is drought, coastal and frost tolerant.
Size: Height 9m x width 6m  

Acer campestre, or the Field Maple, is a compact, slow-growing small tree with a dense round canopy and thick, fissured, corky bark. Small dark green leaves with rounded lobes appear in summer that turn a beautiful clear yellow in the autumn - providing a spectacular visual show in the garden. The delicate yellow-green flowers are produced in erect clusters as the new foliage starts to sprout. The Field Maple is popular as an ornamental and/or shade tree in parks, as well as a specimen tree in the larger garden.

Soil: Neutral to alkaline soils are preferred that are well drained.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost, wind and pollution tolerant.
Size: Height 25m x width 8m

Platanus × acerifolia Bloodgood, commonly known as the Bloodgood London Plane, is a robust deciduous tree valued for its impressive size, attractive foliage, and resilience in urban landscapes. It features large, three-lobed, toothed leaves that emerge a rich dark green in spring and summer before transforming into warm shades of yellow, orange, and red in autumn. Adding to its ornamental appeal is the tree’s distinctive bark, which naturally exfoliates as it matures, revealing a striking patchwork of cream, olive, and grey tones that provide year-round visual interest. Its broad canopy creates generous shade, making it a popular choice for city parks, streetscapes, and large public spaces. With its combination of strong structure, ornamental bark, and vibrant seasonal foliage, Platanus × acerifolia Bloodgood is a dependable and visually striking shade tree for larger gardens and urban plantings

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Drought, coastal and frost hardy.
Size: Height 15-25m x width 15-25m

Acer Shirazz is a dazzling Japanese maple tree with a slender, vase shape and a breathtaking spring colour. Shirazz produces deeply lobed, variegated deciduous leaves of reddish-purple with bright reddish-pink margins in spring, turning grey-green with cream and pink margins in summer, and shades of scarlet in autumn. Due to its narrow width, Shirazz is very versatile and is perfect as an ornamental tree or in small gardens. Available as a Standard.

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Protect from strong wind. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 4m x width 3m

The Acer palmatum ‘Ryuzu’, also known as the Dragon’s Head Maple, is a compact, dwarf Japanese maple prized for its refined form and delicate beauty. Its finely divided, deeply lobed leaves create an elegant, textured canopy that provides interest from spring through autumn. In spring and summer, the foliage displays soft green tones before igniting into vibrant shades of fiery red and orange in autumn—an eye-catching display that lives up to its mythical name. This hardy, low-maintenance variety thrives in well-drained soil and is ideal for smaller gardens, courtyards, patios, and bonsai collections.

Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Conditions: Sheltered spot with dappled light. It benefits from protection from wind and strong sunlight. Easily adapts to most climatic conditions.
Size: Height 1.5-2m x width 1-1.5m

Acer palmatum var. dissectum Stella Rossa is an impressive small Japanese maple admired for its rich, cascading foliage and ever-changing seasonal colour. New leaves unfurl in a glowing pink-red before deepening to a rich purple-red through summer, holding their colour beautifully before turning a brilliant crimson in autumn. Its finely cut, lacy foliage drapes elegantly over a weeping form, adding texture and movement to the garden. Compact and graceful, Stella Rossa is perfect for containers, courtyards, Japanese-style gardens, or as a softening feature against walls and paved areas. It also makes an excellent choice for bonsai cultivation.

Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Conditions: Sheltered spot with dappled light. It benefits from protection from wind and strong sunlight. Heat tolerant and easily adapts to most climatic conditions.
Size: Height 2m x width 2m

The splendour of Acer Autumn Fire truly ignites when summer’s greens give way to blazing yellows, oranges, and reds — no extinguisher needed, just a love of colour! This striking deciduous Japanese maple is celebrated for its intense seasonal hues and refined form. Fresh green foliage bursts forth in spring, maturing into rich tones before erupting into a fiery autumn display. Its finely divided leaves and elegant, compact branching create a graceful silhouette, adding beauty to the garden year-round. Fast-growing and versatile, Autumn Fire is ideal for woodland plantings, Japanese-inspired landscapes, courtyards, or as a feature specimen in smaller gardens.

Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil.
Conditions: Prefers part shade; protect from hot winds and afternoon sun.
Size: Height 3–4m × Width 2–3m

Japanese Maple Shojo Shidare is a stunning ornamental tree prized for its spectacular seasonal colour. This beautiful weeping deciduous maple forms an elegant cascading tree or broad, attractive mound. Its foliage emerges rich red in spring, deepens to purple-green through summer, then transforms into brilliant crimson tones in autumn. With its graceful weeping habit and compact size, Shojo Shidare is ideal for sheltered courtyards, small gardens and parks, where it can be admired as a feature plant.

Soil: Requires fertile, humus-rich soil.
Conditions: Protect from full sun and hot winds. Warm temperate to cool temperate climates.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 1-2m