In the Gardens - A Vimy Maple - Tunpetti Sycamore Maple

Regal Petticoat Maple was selected as part of The Vimy Centennial Commemorative Canadian Maple Tree Collection.

Regal Petticoat Sycamore Maple has dark green foliage with deep purple undersides which starts as burgundy in spring on a tree. The glossy lobed leaves are highly ornamental and turn an yellow in the fall.

This tree will require occasional maintenance, and should only be pruned in summer after the leaves have fully developed, as it may 'bleed' sap if pruned in late winter or early spring. It has no significant negative characteristics. Regal Petticoat Sycamore Maple will grow to be about 40 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 30 feet.

It has a high canopy of foliage that sits well above the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. As it matures, the lower branches of this tree can be strategically removed to create a high enough canopy. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more.

This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments.

The 'Tunpetti' Sycamore Maple can be found in the back end of section 40.