Field Maple

This tree was cloned from a seedling raised at the William Caldwell nursery in Knutsford, Cheshire, during the hot summer of 1976. Unfortunately, that nursery is no longer in operation, but its legacy continues through this upright form, which has become popular as a self-maintaining urban tree in areas where space is limited.

Thriving in most free-draining aspects, Acer campestre William Caldwell can colour up nicely in the autumn on acid soils, with leaves turning orange and sometimes red. The leaves are more likely to turn buttercup yellow on alkaline soils, which is in line with its Field Maple parent.

Mature height: 7-12m

Common names

Field Maple

Height of tree

7-12m

Soil type

Well drained, Will tolerate most soil types

Shape

Oval

Foliage Colour

Green

Information Flags

Urban

Location

Garden, Parkland, Avenue

Genus

Acer

Autumn Colour

Yes