Young Californian Boxelder tree | Acer negundo 'Flamingo'

Leaf Colors

Characteristic are the green/white leaves with pink edges. Especially the newly sprouted leaves have a very beautiful light pink color. Regular pruning promotes the growth of young shoots.

Size of the Californian Boxelder

The Californian Boxelder, or Acer negundo 'Flamingo,' is a small to medium-sized tree/shrub that can reach a maximum height of about 7 meters. This makes it highly suitable for small gardens. It is also used for bonsai.

Inflorescence

The flowering month of the Acer negundo 'Flamingo' is April. During this period, the tree also produces new leaves.

Location

The Acer negundo 'Flamingo' has minimal soil requirements and can grow in both moist and slightly dry soil.

How to plant the tree?

1. Determine the final location of the tree and ensure it is free from cables, debris, old plants, and other obstacles that may hinder the tree's growth.
2. Dig a planting hole that is twice the width of the root ball. Loosen the soil at the bottom of the planting hole and mix the excavated soil with (organic) garden soil or planting substrate.
3. Adjust the planting hole to the height where the root ball fits and firmly press the soil.
4. Fill the planting hole with water and wait for it to settle. Check if the root ball is sufficiently moist.
5. Place the tree or plant in the planting hole. It is extremely important that the tree is not planted too deep, as this can cause root rot.
6. Insert a tree stake or bamboo stake firmly into the ground on the side of the tree where the most wind comes from.
7. Now, place the watering ring or create a mound of soil around the tree so that water can seep into the ground.

Why choose a young tree from Amitis?

• Easy to plant yourself due to its compact size and light weight
• Conveniently delivered to your home in a sturdy package
• Experience the growth and development of your own tree
• Easy to maintain
• Cultivate the size and growth form you are looking for
• Attains adult size within a short period
• Can be planted year-round as everything is delivered in a pot
• No root loss and better chances of successful establishment as everything is pot-grown
• Cost-effective
• Fresh, healthy plants directly from the grower

Questions?

Want to know more about pruning? Be sure to read our tree maintenance page! Of course, you can also contact us. We're here to help!