- Botanical name: Acer pseudoplatanus 'Simon Louis Freres'
- Common name: Sycamore
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Plant Type: Tree, Deciduous
Green
- Key features:
- Attractive to wildlife
- Autumn colour
The sycamore, Acer pseudoplatanus, is native to central Europe and southwestern Asia, and was introduced to Britain in the 15th Century. Sycamore trees tolerate wind, urban pollution and salt spray, making them a popular choice for planting in cities and coastal areas.
Acer pseudoplatanus ‘Simon Louis Frere’ is a medium-sized, variegated sycamore. It’s smaller and slower growing than the species, eventually growing to a height 1500cm.
How to grow Acer 'Simon Louis Freres'
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Plant size
15m height
10m spread
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Aspect
North facing, east facing, south facing, west facing
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Position in border
Back
- Sun exposure: Full sun, dappled shade, partial shade, full shade
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Soil type: Well drained / light / sandy / clay / heavy / moist / chalky / alkaline / acidic
Plant calendar
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Plant |
J
Do not Plant in January |
F
Do not Plant in February |
M
Do not Plant in March |
A
Do not Plant in April |
M
Do not Plant in May |
J
Do not Plant in June |
J
Do not Plant in July |
A
Do not Plant in August |
S
Do Plant in September |
O
Do Plant in October |
N
Do Plant in November |
D
Do not Plant in December |
Acer 'Simon Louis Freres' and wildlife
Acer 'Simon Louis Freres' is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies/moths. It nectar-pollen-rich-flowers, provides shelter and habitat, has seeds for birds and is a caterpilar food plant.
Attractive to Bees
Attractive to Beneficial insects
Attractive to Birds
Attractive to Butterflies/Moths
Does not attract Other pollinators
Is Acer 'Simon Louis Freres' poisonous?
Acer 'Simon Louis Freres' has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People
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