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Acer Trees - Sycamore and Maple Trees

Maple and Sycamore trees are a widely diverse species of trees and they are well-suited to every sized garden and space. These versatile trees are a very popular choice for gardeners worldwide due to their highly distinctive foliage, their magnificent autumn leaf colouring and their beautiful stature and shape. There are 128 species within the Maple genus, and the majority of Maple trees are thought to be native to Asia. Sycamore trees are native to central Europe. Acer tree leaves are deeply lobed, often described as 'hand-shaped' or 'palm-shaped', and the leaves come in a vast array of sizes and colours.

Some Acer trees are perfect for planting in restricted spaces, like the Acer 'Green Column', and other Acer trees are great for filling a large space, like the tall and spreading 'Autumn Blaze'. The Acer griseum is a great choice for winter interest as it features peeling bark that stands out after leaf-fall, and the Crimson Sentry is often planted for its vivid leaf colour from spring through to autumn.

The domestic gardener has many uses for the Acer genus, and Acer trees are often planted as specimen trees, screening trees and shade trees. Acer trees are also valued for their practical uses in industry, and the use of the wood varies between the two varieties of Maple and Sycamore trees. The Sycamore tree is commonly planted for timber production, and its smooth and durable qualities make it perfect for crafting into instruments like the violin. The wood of the Maple tree has a range of uses, but its dense hardwood qualities make it perfect for sporting equipment like bowling pins and pool cue shafts. The most famous use of the Maple is of course the extracted sap, which is boiled up into Maple syrup, and the best tasting syrup comes from the Sugar Maple tree.

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Acer Crimson King - Foliage

Acer Crimson King

Norway Maple Tree

The Acer Crimson King boasts deep red-purple, star-shaped leaves that have a great autumn colour. This is a fast-growing tree that is suitable for most soils, including clay. A fantastic ornamental tree. If you want a tree that will add a real splash of colour to your garden, the deservedly popular Acer Crimson King is for you. The leaves are large in size and crimson-purple in colour: they have five lobes and they curl in slightly at their edges. They are complimented by lemon yellow spring flowers, which look lovely against the bold colour of the leaves. The leaves hold their striking colour through spring and summer, before putting on a final show in autumn when they turn to crisp shades of red, orange and brown. This is the perfect ornamental tree for a medium-large sized garden and, as it’s a fairly fast grower, it will soon become established in your garden. When mature, this will be a broad-headed and rounded garden tree, which looks great as an ornamental specimen. It’s a hardy and tolerant tree and it will do well in a range of sites, including costal and urban. The bold leaf colour and large leaf size makes the ‘Crimson King’ a fantastic screen, too. In terms of a planting partner, we would recommend the Acer 'Princeton Gold': the glowing golden leaves of the ‘Princeton Gold’ contrast beautifully with the rich leaves of the ‘Crimson King’. Common Name: Norway Maple TreeLatin Name: Acer platanoides 'Crimson King'Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drainedPosition: Full sun or partial shadeFlowering period/colour: April to May/YellowHardiness: Fully hardyHeight and spread in 20 years: 7m x 5mSpecial features: Beetroot-red leaves turning red, brown and orange in autumn

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