Box elder 'Flamingo' (Acer negundo 'Flamingo')

Box elder 'Flamingo'

Also known as: Maple ash 'Flamingo', Manitoba maple 'Flamingo'

Box elder 'Flamingo' differs from the Box elder (Acer negundo) and its other cultivars in the coloring of its leaves, which are variegated with pinkish margins. When young, these leaves are completely cream pink, hence the name "Flamingo." This coloration eventually becomes very pale, but they still tend to keep their pinkish hue.

Scientific classification

Maples, mangos, mahogany, citrus, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

15 m

Plant Height

12 m

Spread

Green, Yellow, White, Variegated

Leaf Color

10 cm to 20 cm

Flower Size

Brown, Green, Gold

Fruit Color

Green, Yellow

Flower Color

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Box elder 'Flamingo'

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Box elder 'Flamingo' prefers consistent soil moisture without waterlogging and is drought-tolerant once established. Water every three weeks, allowing the soil to dry slightly in between. Typically grown outdoors, its water needs decrease in dormancy during cooler months.

Fertilize: Potted seedlings require only slow-release fertilizer. For seedlings grown in gardens, apply fertilizer three times a year: early spring, early summer, and fall. This ensures optimal growth and nutrient availability for box elder 'Flamingo'.

Pruning: Box elder 'Flamingo' features striking variegated leaves. Prune in early spring to remove dead or damaged branches, promoting airflow and light. Regular, light pruning enhances foliage vibrancy and plant health, while heavy pruning should be avoided to prevent stress.

Propagation: Box elder 'Flamingo' is propagated through grafting, joining tissues from different plants. Use a healthy rootstock and scion with clean cuts, maintain sterility, and align vascular tissues. Proper aftercare is essential for healing and establishing the graft union.

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