Multi Stem: A multi stem tree has two or more stems arising from or near ground level, growing from one root system.īush: A plant with many stems low down, rather than one clear stem.Ĭlump: Several plants in one pot that can give the appearance of a multi stemmed and very bushy tree.Ĭlimber: A plant that is a natural climber and will be delivered usually running up a bamboo cane, ready to position in the garden. These branches can be removed if a clear stem is required. Top grafted trees do not require complicated pruning and are ideal for small spaces.įeathered: A feathered tree has branches from the bottom of the trunk all the way up. Top grafted: A height noted next to this form refers to the length of clear stem, which will not grow taller. Single Stem / Pruned and shaped: Classic shaped tree with a single stem that has had pruning to help create a beautiful, natural shape. Supplied Size: Height measured from the top of the pot. Please note, photos are a guideline as all plants are unique. The product table at the bottom of the page gives the forms and sizes available for this variety. To collect trees, please book an appointment. Gift trees and those required by a specific date can be accommodated with pleasure, although we accept no legal responsibility for late deliveries. Orders are despatched once all trees are ready. Trees on pre-order are still growing and an estimate of when they will be ready is on the product/basket page. There's no need to be in to receive your order and you can request where it is left via the checkout.įor pleached and mature trees (trees over 2.5m in height), we group orders together by geographic area for specialist delivery - we will contact these customers about the delivery date. Delivery TimescalesĪll trees are carefully packed by our experienced team and most are delivered within 3 weeks of placing the order, unless stated otherwise. Please note, we are unable to deliver outside of Mainland UK. The above prices exclude the Scottish Highlands, where delivery starts from £24.95 + vat and is calculated in the checkout process. Mature trees, pleached trees or orders too large for pallet: Cost is calculated in the checkout process and varies by postcode not quantity. When pruning, make sure to maintain an even framework, step back and assess your work.ġ small tree (most under 1.5 metres in height) : £9.95 + vatġ medium tree (most 1.5-2 metres in height) or 2-4 small trees: £11.95 + vatĢ+ medium trees or 5+ small trees: £14.95 + vatġ-4 trees delivered by pallet to kerbside (inc. This will prevent bleeding, which although it is not detrimental, can look unsightly. Remove any damaged or diseased branches when the tree is in leaf or just after leaf fall. Pruning Advice for Acer x freemanii Jeffersred Treesįreeman Maple trees do not require a lot of pruning. Our complete planting kits contain an irrigation system and rabbit guard, as well as the rootgrow and staking kits mentioned above.
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Keep the area free of competing weeds and grass for the first couple of growing seasons. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. Water well and regularly throughout spring and summer, increasing in periods of hot or dry weather.
Aftercare Advice for Acer freemanii Autumn Blaze Treesįreeman Maples require a good watering regime for the first couple of years. Finish by watering generously around the base. For single stakes, knock the stake in at an angle and use a buckle tie with a spacer to prevent chaffing. We recommend planting Autumn Blaze Freeman Maple trees with a staking kit. Using 50% of the original soil and 50% compost, fill in the hole and firm around gently. Remove the pot, gently loosen the roots and place the root mass in the planting hole so that the surface is flush with the surrounding ground. To help the tree establish more effectively, sprinkle root grow in the hole. Remove weeds and grass within a metre of your desired planting hole, then dig a square hole as deep as the root mass and roughly 2x as wide. Our pot grown Freeman Maple trees can be planted at any time of the year. Planting Advice for Acer freemanii Autumn Blaze Trees