Snake pattern on bark of Acer davidii 'George Forrest'

'George Forrest' mature Snakebark Maple tree

Acer davidii 'George Forrest' tree in pot

Acer davidii 'George Forrest' mature Maple tree

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Acer davidii 'George Forrest' Tree

Name: Acer davidii 'George Forrest' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: ADG.M.12.1
Price: 80.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Snake Bark Maple

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Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit

Final size 5 x 4 metres in 20 years

Foliage Green leaves turn fiery colours in autumn (deciduous)

Soil Moist but well-draining

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Description

Often called a Snakebark or Père David's Maple, Acer davidii 'George Forrest' has striking striated bark that resembles the pattern on snakeskin. On young stems, the bark varies between purple, red and green with creamy white stripes. In maturity, the bark turns greenish brown with white stripes. The large leaves are dark-green on coral red stems in summer and in autumn turn fiery orange delivering a brilliant seasonal display.

Growing to 5 x 4 metres in 20 years, Acer 'George Forrest' forms a slightly spreading tree with arching branches and a loose attractive canopy. It is content in most soils with good drainage and sunny to partially shaded positions. Cold winds are best avoided.

This award winning Snake Bark Maple tree is ideal for adding year-round interest to smaller gardens.

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

MAINLAND UK — excluding remote locations
Small trees & shrubs*: £12 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £35 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £65 for 1 or more

REMOTE UK LOCATIONS — including Scottish Highlands & Islands
Small trees & shrubs*: £35 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £65 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £120 for 1 or more

*Small trees & shrubs are typically supplied in pots up to 15 litres.
Additional remote-location surcharges may apply.
Unfortunately, we are not able to make delivery of live plants to Northern Ireland or any countries outside of the UK.

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