Paperbark Maple Tree
Acer griseum
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Paperbark Maple Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
Growing Zones 5-8
Illuminate your landscaping daily from here on out with the Paperbark Maple Tree (Acer griseum). You won't know how you ever lived without this breathtaking ornamental tree!
No need to keep looking for a tree to be the centerpiece of your landscaping because this tree is unstoppable with its noteworthy colorful foliage! In the summer, you will be surprised by the very petite yellow flowers that bloom and add to the ornamental features of your Paperbark Maple.
Starting with dark green leaves with a grayish-blue coloration on the underside. In the fall, the Paperbark Maple is hard to miss with its bright top coat of orange and red fall foliage with a deep reddish-green to bronze closer to the trunk of the tree.
This tree is known for its dramatic bark that curls back and stays on the tree rather than falling off to show off its cinnamon reddish-brown coloration! Cold and heat-hardy throughout USDA planting zones 5 to 8, these are very adaptable trees that are native to China.
Landscape Application:
There is so much ornamental value to this tree that makes it ideal for a specimen tree. People will fall in love with your tree and so will you! Pretty all year round, the spring, summer, and fall foliage are accented by peeling bark in the winter!
Plant groupings of Paperbark Maples in mixed tree lines or in groupings for birds and wildlife to take shelter in. Or mix with Paperbark/River Birch, Shagbark Hickory, Lacebark Elms, and London Plane Trees for dramatic winter bark texture! Or try mixing this unique tree with other Maple Trees for a pretty patchwork of colors and texture!
Casting lush shade and acting as great accent trees throughout the landscape, Paperbark Maple grows 20 - 25 feet tall and can spread 15 - 20 feet wide! That means you can plant this Maples root system about 8 to 10 feet away from foundations, septic tanks, and pavement.
- Dark Green Leaves With Blue-Green Undersides
- Orange Red Bronze & Green Fall Colors
- Incredible Peeling Exfoliating Orange & Cinnamon Colored Bark
- Breathtaking Specimen Tree - Perfect for Up-Lighting
- Great Shade & Street Trees!
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Maple trees need full sun and well-drained soil to grow their best. Moderate yet consistent moisture is necessary for new trees so they do not dry out between waterings and establish an extensive root system. A 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch around the roots keeps them stress-free! Prune in late spring after the sap has run to correct growth and form.
- Full Sun
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Prune In Spring
- Very Easy To Grow & Highly Adaptable
You will never get tired of this fabulous Paperbark Maple Tree, so order your very own today at Nature Hills Nursery!
