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Acer truncatum (Shantung maple, Purpleblow maple)

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Botanical Name: Acer truncatum AY-sir trun-KAY-tum

Common Name: Shantung maple, Purpleblow maple Genus: Acer

Compact and rounded, the Shantung maple reaches a mature height and spread of 25 feet by 30 feet. The leaves grow to 5 inches long and have five to seven lobes, resembling the leaves of the Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua). Leaves emerge purple in spring and become glossy and medium green during the growing season. In autumn, the starry leaves blaze into shades of yellow and orange, accented by reds and purples. Samara (fruit) are red.
Care: Provide fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
Problems: No serious insect or disease problems.

Overview
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Height	15 ft. to 30 ft.
Spread	15 ft. to 30 ft.
Growth Pace	Moderate Grower
Light	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Adaptable
Maintenance	Low
Tolerance	Drought Tolerant
Characteristics	Showy Foliage
Seasonal Interest	Spring Interest, Fall Interest
Type	Trees

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