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Acer campestre 'Compactum'

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Acer campestre
Cultivar'Compactum'
OriginEngland

The Field Maple Acer campestre cultivar 'Compactum' was first described in 1839.

Description

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The tree is mop-headed, the crown a mass of tangled branches. Rarely growing to a height of > 3 m, its leaves are similar in shape but slightly smaller than those of the species.[1]

Cultivation

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The tree requires assiduous training to restrain its vigorous growth. As with the species, 'Compactum' thrives best in a semi shade position, on a fertile, well-drained soil.

Synonymy

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'Compactum' is also known as Acer campestre 'Nanum'.

Accessions

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Europe

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References

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  1. ^ More, D. & White, J. (2003). Trees of Britain & Northern Europe. Cassell's, London. ISBN 0-304-36192-5