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Excellent selected cultivar of acer rubrum, brilliant red autumn foliage. Prefers moist well drained soils but will tolerate clay, wet or dry, poor soils etc and more tolerant of windy sites than other maples. |
| Height x Width | 10 x 5 |
| Height Range | Tall 10+ |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Plant Type | Tree |
| Shape / Habit | Round |
| Country of Origin | North America |
| Similar to Consider | Acer Rubrum Types, Liquidambar Lane Roberts, Liriodendron Tulipefera, Platanus Autumn Glory, |
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| Leaf Colour | Green |
| Deciduous Leaf Colour | Red |
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| Specimen | Yes |
| Accent | Yes |
Who hasn’t fallen in love with a large old oak tree or admired the colours of autumn.
New Zealand’s love affair with the European, Asian and American exotics is reflected in the huge range of deciduous trees on offer at Black Bridge Nurseries. We stock large numbers of many species so that the drive, street or boundary you wish to line can have an instant uniform look. Smaller numbers of some of the less known ornamental species are also stocked for the smaller court yard or for where you want to ‘make a show’. With deciduous hedging becoming an attractive screening alternative we are well placed to help with large lines of Carpinus and Fagus being grown for the very purpose. Call us today to discuss your needs with our experienced team or to offer your thoughts on the species that we should try, your feedback is valued, we look forward to hearing from you.
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In spring clear butter-yellow leaves emerge becoming a lime-green shade during summer. A striking small tree for spring and early summer colour. Fast growing and responds to pruning to maintain shape. Excellent shade tree. Good alternative for Ulmus (Elm Trees) in Auckland due to Dutch Elm Disease. Originates from Duncan and Davies NZ. Height x Width 6 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider Robinia Freesia, Ginkgo, Gleditsia Sunburst, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Lime Yellow Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour Pink Catkins Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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One of the most beautiful small trees for the ornamental landscape. From its young spring growth through summer the leaves are soft green. During autumn it becomes a display of colour when leaves turn brilliant shades of scarlet / yellow or orange. It is perfectly suited as a specimen tree an accent in a mixed border or in a container on the patio. Shelter from strong wind. Height x Width 5 x 4 Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape Habit Round Country of Origin Japan Similar to Consider Other Palmatum Acers, Liquidambars, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Orange, Red, Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour Nil - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Note: Growth, height and information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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Grows strongly into a more upright tree with blackish red stems and deepest purple, red, foliage, holding right through summer. Fiery red/purple autumn colours and seed capsules. Small to medium tree excellent for smaller spaces. Height x Width 5 x 3 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin North America Similar to Consider Cercis Forest Pansy, Prunus Thundercloud, Fagus Riversii, Fagus Sylv Purp, Acer Tamuke Yama, Fraxinus Raywoodii, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Red Deciduous Leaf Colour Red - Flower
Flower Colour Nil - Uses
Specimen Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A quick growing, smaller, spreading tree. Rich green, ferny leaves. Flowers during summer on top of leaves, open as rounded fluffy brushes of pink. Tolerates hot dry areas once established. Excellent shade tree. Height x Width 5 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Spreading Country of Origin Asia, China Similar to Consider Jacaranda, Gleditsia, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Brown - Flower
Flower Colour Pink Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Note: Growth, height and information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
Apple TREES are cultivated worldwide and are the most widely grown species in the genus Malus. The apple is a deciduous tree, generally standing 2 to 4.5m tall having its origins in Central Asia. When cultivated, the size, shape and branch density are determined by rootstock selection and trimming method. LEAVES are dark green simple ovals with serrated margins. Blossoms are produced in spring at the same time as leaves. FLOWERS are generally white with a pink tinge. The FRUIT matures in late summer or autumn. Different CULTIVARS are bred for various tastes and use, including cooking, eating raw and cider production. Sometimes hand thinning is necessary to avoid overstressing the tree, which may result in a poor crop the following year. However this should not be done until mid-December when the natural fall is complete. ROOTSTOCKS are used to control speed of growth and the size of the resulting tree allowing for easier harvesting. Apple Root Stock: M26: Very Dwarf tree, Under 3.0m M.9 Dwarf tree, To Apx 3.0m, Suits well drained fertile soils. Requires support system: MM106 Semi dwarf tree, To Apx 4.5m. Good on most soils except poorly drained soils MM 793 Larger tree, To Apx 6.0m. Better suited to difficult soils (heavy or clay) Northern Spy Semi dwarf tree. To Apx 3-5m. Wetter ground and Clay. Resistance to woolly aphids. Harvest Season (Apx): EARLY = Jan – Feb. MID = Feb – March. LATE = April – May Make enquiries as to which varieties we have available now or see our online catalogue.
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Originally domesticated in China, apricots are grown successfully around the world. These small TREES are a manageable size for the home orchard growing to around 4-5m tall. FLOWERS appear in spring with FRUIT (a drupe similar to a small peach, ranging in colour from yellow to orange) ready to harvest Dec - Feb. As they are self fruiting, you typically don't need two apricot trees to produce fruit. They are relatively easy to grow and will produce loads of fruit year after year that can be enjoyed fresh from the tree, made in to jam, bottled or dried. Apricots we supply are better suited to warmer climates. HARVEST is from Dec - Feb. Make enquiries as to which varieties we have available now or see our online catalogue.
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A medium sized tree with the famed, dazzling, powdery-white bark and neat erect habit. Dark green leaves and yellow autumn tones. Ok in medium to wet or well drained soils. An excellent accent tree! Height x Width 7 x 3 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Conical Country of Origin China, Himalaya Similar to Consider White Spire, Dazzler, Alnus Jorulensis, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour Insignificant - Uses
Specimen Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A popular tree for hedging and pleaching, also makes an attractive specimen tree. Oval ribbed green leaves that have good autumn colouring of yellows and oranges eventually turning brown and remaining on the tree for long periods over winter. Summer: Green Autumn: Yellow Orange Brown Height x Width 12 x 7 Height Range Tall 10m+ Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin Europe Similar to Consider Liriodendron tulipifera, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Golden Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour Insignificant - Uses
Accent Yes Hedging Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A narrow upright form of Carpinus Betulus. Gradually widening with maturity. Oval ribbed green leaves that have good autumn colouring of yellows and oranges eventually turning brown and remaining on the tree for long periods over winter. Excellent Street or Avenue tree or shelter belt if planted closer together. Very hardy Height x Width 8 x 3 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Columnar Country of Origin Europe Similar to Consider Betula var. Cupressus totem, Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, Olea El Greco, Knightia Excelsa, Acer Bowall, Poplar crow’s nest, Quercus robur fastigiata - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Golden Yellow - Flower
Flower Colour Insignificant - Uses
Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A small open habit tree with a broad round head. Heart shaped leaves are purple red and appear after the magenta flowers bloom on bare branches in early spring. Excellent small specimen tree suited to smaller gardens. Tolerates Clay soil but avoid wet or poorly drained soils. Deciduous. Height x Width 4 x 3 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Spreading Country of Origin North America Similar to Consider Prunus Thundercloud, Fagus Riversii, Fagus Sylv Purp, Acer Tamuke Yama, Fraxinus Raywoodii, Acer Bloodgood. - Leaf
Leaf Colour Purple Red Deciduous Leaf Colour Purple Red - Flower
Flower Colour Magenta Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A very shapely, handsome tree. Soft dark green, glossy foliage covered with silken hairs when young. Will thrive in loamy soil, especially if lime is available. Good lawn specimen or can be trained into a large screen or woven together to form a formal hedge. Height x Width 10 x 5 Height Range Tall 10+m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Pyramidical Country of Origin Southern Europe Similar to Consider Carpinus Betulus - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Copper-Bronze - Flower
Flower Nil - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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Magnificent, dense, pyramid shaped tree when mature. Leaves often red when first opening, and then as they mature can range from copper-bronze to rich, deep purples. Good for floral work. Ideal lawn specimen or can be trained into a large screen or woven together to form a formal hedge. Height x Width 10 x 4 Height Range Tall 10+m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Pyramidical Country of Origin Southern Europe Similar to Consider Cercis Forest Pansy, Prunus Thundercloud, Fagus Riversii, Acer Tamuke Yama, Fraxinus Raywoodii, Acer Bloodgood. - Leaf
Leaf Colour Copper-Bronze, Purple Deciduous Leaf Colour Copper-Bronze - Flower
Flower Nil - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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Darkest coloured of the copper beeches. Deep purple almost black, wavy margined leaves drop clean in winter. Forms an excellent dome shaped shade or specimen tree or can be trained into a large screen or woven together to form a formal hedge. Height x Width 15 x Height Range Tall 10+m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin Southern Europe Similar to Consider Cercis Forest Pansy, Prunus Thundercloud, Fagus Sylv Purp, Acer Tamuke Yama, Fraxinus Raywoodii, Acer Bloodgood. - Leaf
Leaf Colour Rich Deep Purple Deciduous Leaf Colour Rich Deep Purple - Flower
Flower Nil - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A large rounded tree with bright green leaves up to 30 cm long divided into as many as 13 leaflets. Through autumn foliage deepens to rich purple claret red tones. Excellent land-scaping street specimen or shade tree. Height x Width 15 x 8 Height Range Tall 10+ Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin Australia Similar to Consider Prunus Thundercloud, Fagus Riversii, Fagus Sylv Purp, Acer Tamuke Yama, Acer Bloodgood. - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Red - Flower
Flower Nil - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A hardy tree of great beauty. Forms a pyramidal tree with symmetrical branches and grey corky bark. Broad fan-like leathery light green leaves resembling sections of a maidenhair fern. Spectacular autumn colouring of bright yellow over a long period. Height x Width 6 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Pyramidical Country of Origin China Similar to Consider Robinia Freesia, Gleditsia Sunburst, Acer Kellys Gold, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Nil - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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Male clone which does not have any fruits. Forms a pyramidal tree with symmetrical branches and grey corky bark. Broad fan-like leathery light green leaves resembling sections of a maidenhair fern. Spectacular autumn colouring of bright yellow over a long period. Excellent specimen tree. Height x Width 6 x 4 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Pyramidical Country of Origin China Similar to Consider Gleditsia Sunburst, Robinia fresia, Acer Kellys Gold, Acer Kellys Gold, - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Nil - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A very neat, narrowly erect form excellent for confined tight spaces. Bears usual deep green distinctive maidenhair leaves with golden tones in autumn. 'Fastigiata' is an all-male cultivar. Effective in narrow streets and small home gardens. Can also be kept trimmed for a neater appearance. Height x Width 7 x 3m Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Upright Country of Origin North America Similar to Consider Quercus Robur Fastigiata, Carpinus betulus Fastigiata, Acer Bowhall, Platanus acerifolia pyramidalis. Betula var. Cupressus totem, Olea El Greco, Knightia Excelsa, Poplar crow’s nest. - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Yellow - Flower
Flower Nil - Uses
Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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Neatly rounded tree with a pretty branch pattern. Lacy double pinnate foliage lime-yellow in spring deepening to fresh green in summer bright yellow in autumn. Successive new growth through summer provides a contrast to the older leaves. Great lawn or specimen tree. Height x Width 6 x 5 Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Umbrella Country of Origin Central North America Similar to Consider Robinia Freesia, Ginkgo, Acer Kellys Gold, Albizzia, Jacaranda - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green yellow Deciduous Leaf Colour Bright yellow - Flower
Flower Insignificant - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. -
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A beautiful fast growing small tree with dainty ferny foliage. A very spectacular sight in early summer when soft purple flowers cover the tree. Has open irregular head with branches going in all directions! Height x Width 8 x 5 Height Range Medium 5-10m Growth Rate Fast Plant Type Tree Shape / Habit Round Country of Origin South America Similar to Consider Albizia, Gleditsia - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green Deciduous Leaf Colour Copper Brown - Flower
Flower Colour Purple Fragrant? No - Uses
Specimen Yes Good Shade Tree? Yes Accent Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
