Acer campestre 'Compactum'

*Acer campestre*
Acer campestre
Cultivar	'Compactum'
Origin	England

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

Description

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

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

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

Accessions

Europe

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Ampfield, Hampshire, UK. Acc. nos. 1977.1968, 1977.5384.

References

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

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

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