Acer triflorum Three-flowered maple

Aceraceae

Acer triflorum Three-flowered maple

Bush to large tree, rarely medium-size. Somewhat resembles A. griseum at first sight, but differs from this in (among other things) its brown-grey, only slightly scaling bark. With A. griseum, the bark is reddish brown and profusely scaling. The leaves of A. triflorum are hairy and rather more blue-green on the underside. In summer they are green, but in autumn they turn a splendid orange to purplish red. The species name is derived from the fact that each flower corymb comprises only three flowers. A. triflorum should mainly be used as a solitary tree in a garden or park. It prefers a slightly acidic soil.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Height
10 m
Width
6-8m
Crown
round, half-open crown
Bark and branches
young twigs yellowish brown, older bark brownish grey, slightly scaling
Leaf
trifoliate, green, 3 - 7 cm
Autumn colour
orange, red, purple
Flowers
yellow, in smalls corymbs of three, April/May
Fruits
winged nutlets, 4 - 5 cm long, hairy, 4 - 5 cm
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
neutral to slightly acidic
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6 (-23,3 to -17,8 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Application
tree containers, roof gardens, small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
Northern China, Korea
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree acid soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres half-open crown green yellow average growing all species Attractive autumn colour non-toxic (usually)
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Frequently asked questions
Acer triflorum

Acer triflorum can eventually reach a height of 10 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Acer triflorum is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 10 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Acer triflorum turn orange, red, purple in autumn.

The right time to plant Acer triflorum is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Acer triflorum with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Acer triflorum blooms in april, may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.