Acer campestre 'Morton'
From the Morton Arboretum in Illinois. Ascending branches and a very uniform, broad-pyramidal habit. Attractive medium green foliage, good resistance to leaf tatter. Fall color is soft, buttery to golden yellow depending on temperature and site. Excellent adaptability and stress tolerance in regards to heat, drought, salt and pollution. A more cold hardy alternative to A. campestre and a more heat/drought resistant alternative to A. platanoides. Phyramidal Shape
Cultural
Foliage Color: Green
Height: 20 to 25 feet
Spread: 15 to 20 feet
Plant Needs
Zone: 4 to 9
Exposure: Full Sun
Plant Use: Tree or Shrub
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