Acer negundo Flamingo - Pink Flamingo Maple
- Mature size: 5m tall x 3-5m wide
- Recommended spacing: 3-5m apart
- Ideal growing conditions: Part shade - Full Sun (Protect from harsh afternoon sun and wind during establishment).
- Growth rate: Slow-Moderate.
Uses
Feature tree, small gardens, courtyard planting, contrast foliage in mixed landscapes, avenue or driveway planting, specimen tree, parks and streetscapes.
Noteworthy
A striking deciduous (drops its leaves) maple grown for its variegated pink, white and green foliage. New growth emerges flushed with soft pink tones, gradually maturing to green with creamy margins, creating a constantly changing display throughout the seasons.
Tolerant
Light frost, pruning, and a range of soil types once established. Benefits from protection against hot winds and extreme heat.
Colour/Growth form
Deciduous small tree with a rounded canopy and slightly pendulous outer branches. Features soft, drooping variegated foliage - pink when young, ageing to green with creamy white edges, with brown-yellow tones in autumn.
What is Flamingo Pink Maple
Acer negundo ‘Flamingo’, commonly known as the Pink Flamingo Maple, is an ornamental deciduous tree valued for its unique, colour-changing foliage. Unlike traditional maples grown for autumn colour alone, this variety delivers visual interest throughout the growing season with its pink-flushed new growth and soft variegation.
How to care for Flamingo Pink Maple
Plant in a full sun to partly shaded position in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency once established as it becomes relatively hardy. Apply mulch to retain moisture and protect roots. While tolerant of a range of conditions, providing shelter from strong winds will help protect the delicate foliage and maintain its best colour. Light pruning can be done to shape and encourage healthy growth.
