A handsome snakebark maple whose bark, especially on the younger stems, is completely white during the winter months creating a stunning sight in the winter garden. Finely textured large leaves turn pale yellow in fall. Best planted with an eastern exposure or as an understory tree to protect the bark from sun scald. Botanical Name- Acer tegmentosum Joe Witt Pronunciation- AY-sir teg-men-TOH-sum Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 20 ft Mature Height- 25 ft Sun Exposure- Part shade Soil Preferences- AVERAGE, MEDIUM MOIST, WELL-DRAINED SOIL Current Size- 5 Bloom Color- Bloom Time- Companion Plants- Fauna Attracted- Bees (early-season pollen), various pollinating flies, migratory songbirds (for seeds) Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C52 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune minimally in late winter to avoid stress. Provide regular water in dry spells and mulch to keep roots cool. Use a balanced fertilizer once in spring. Trimming Instructions- Trim in early spring to remove diseased or broken branches. Keep pruning minimal to preserve ornamental bark. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 10-5-5) in spring just before bud break; moderate to high feeding need for younger trees. In clay, use compost to improve aeration and nutrient availability. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Verticillium wilt, aphids, leaf scorch, anthracnose
