Acer Bailey Compact Amur Maple
The Acer Bailey Compact Amur Maple is a dense, tight-growing cultivar of the popular Acer species, offering a refined texture in the landscape. It maintains dark green foliage throughout the growing season, which transitions into outstanding shades of orange in the fall. Abundant, showy red samara fruit appears in the late summer, adding seasonal interest. This variety is valued for its low maintenance requirements and suitability as an accent plant, for mass planting, or as an informal privacy hedge. It thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained loamy soil, making it a versatile and attractive addition to many garden settings.
$26.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
1144
/ 1377
#1144 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
-75%
Below average
SKU
27575
Who it's for
- Ideal for Small Gardens
- Brilliant Seasonal Display
- Exceptional Cold Tolerance
Who should skip it
- Slower Establishment Rate
- Requires Well-Drained Soil
- Potential for Verticillium Wilt
Key Specs
SKU
27575
Genus
Acer
Species
ginnala
Variety
'Bailey Compact'
Item Form
Bareroot
Mature Height
10 Feet
Mature Width
10 Feet
Hardiness Zones
3 - 7
Features
- Compact growth habit
- Outstanding fall color display
- Features showy red samara fruit in late summer
- Relatively fine texture sets it apart from other shrubs
- Easy Care Plants
- Suitable for use as an accent, mass planting, or privacy hedge
What customers say
The Acer Bailey Compact Amur Maple garners strong praise primarily for its reliable hardiness and striking aesthetic quality, particularly the brilliant fall color. Consumers consistently report that the tree establishes well and thrives long term, confirming its reliability in various climates. The main point of friction centers on the initial quality and size of the plant upon arrival; some buyers feel the received specimen was smaller than expected, slightly diminishing the overall value proposition. However, satisfaction remains high for the tree's proven performance and landscape appeal.
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