Choose the right Field Maple for your hedge
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Field Maple HedgeAcer campestreThe best value for garden, field and farm hedges, from 40cm to 150cm, with bulk packs of 100 and 250. Supplied from November while dormant.Colourful FoliageMedium 20-40cm per yearBare RootPot Grown
Field Maple or Hornbeam?
| Compare | Field Maple Hedge | Hornbeam Hedging |
|---|---|---|
| Winter | Bare branches | Holds some dry brown leaves |
| Autumn colour | Bright butter yellow | Yellow to gold |
| Soil | Most soils, very good on chalk | Very good on heavy, damp clay |
| Growth | About 20–40cm a year | About 20–40cm a year |
| Best fit | Native, mixed and country hedges | Formal hedges with winter screening |
Gwynne's Grower's Tip
Field Maple is one of the most forgiving native hedges we grow. It copes with chalk, clay, wind and town conditions, and it takes clipping well, so it works just as well as a tidy garden hedge as it does in a country boundary.
The one thing to be clear about is winter. Unlike Hornbeam or Beech, Field Maple drops its leaves, so it gives you structure rather than screening from late autumn to spring. If winter privacy matters, mix it with an evergreen or choose Hornbeam. For a long hedge, bare-root whips are by far the best value.
Field Maple hedging FAQs
01How many Field Maple plants do I need per metre?
For a single-row hedge, plant 40–60cm bare-root whips at 6 per metre, 60–120cm bare-root plants at 5 per metre and 120–150cm plants at 4 per metre. Pot-grown Field Maple goes in at 4 per metre. Use the figure shown against the size you order.
02Does Field Maple keep its leaves in winter?
No. Field Maple is deciduous and drops its leaves in autumn after turning bright yellow. A clipped hedge still has a dense framework of twigs in winter, but if you need winter screening, choose Hornbeam, Beech or an evergreen instead, or mix them in.
03When can I buy bare-root Field Maple?
Bare-root Field Maple is lifted while dormant and is normally supplied from November to March, depending on the weather. You can pre-order before the season starts. Outside those months, choose pot-grown Field Maple.
Growing Advice for Field Maple Hedging Plants
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What is Field Maple Hedging?
| Field Maple, scientifically known as Acer campestre, is a highly versatile and native deciduous tree found across much of Europe. It’s prized for its compact growth habit, making it an ideal choice for hedging in a variety of landscapes. Not only does it serve as an attractive boundary or screen, but it also provides seasonal interest. In spring, its leaves emerge with a fresh green hue, which then transitions into a striking yellow or golden in autumn, adding a burst of colour to any garden. Additionally, Field Maple hedges offer ecological benefits, supporting a diverse range of wildlife, including birds and beneficial insects. Traditionally, the sap of the Field Maple has been used to produce maple syrup, showcasing its practical applications beyond ornamental or hedging purposes. As part of the wider family of maple trees, Field Maple shares the ecological benefits and ornamental value of its relatives, further emphasizing its importance in both natural and landscaped environments. |  |