Variegated Box Elder

Acer Negundo 'Variegatum'

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Overview

The Acer negundo 'Variegatum', or Variegated Box Elder, is a deciduous tree, known for its striking foliage flecked with cream and green. It typically reaches 30-50 feet in height with a spread of 20-30 feet. This hardy species is adaptable to various soil conditions and thrives in full sun to partial shade. The tree adds visual appeal with its unique leaf variegation, perfect for accentuating landscapes and creating contrasting textures.

Sun Full, HalfWater High, MediumZones 3–9

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — known for its striking foliage flecked with cream and green

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — It typically reaches 30-50 feet in height with a spread of 20-30 feet

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — This hardy species is adaptable to various soil conditions and thrives in full sun to partial shade

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — The tree adds visual appeal with its unique leaf variegation

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — perfect for accentuating landscapes and creating contrasting textures

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — scientifically termed Acer negundo 'Variegatum'

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — is a distinctive and visually alluring deciduous tree

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: High, Medium
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 40–50 Ft.
Mature width: 25–35 Ft.

Classification

Family: Sapindaceae

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Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — known for its striking foliage flecked with cream and green

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — It typically reaches 30-50 feet in height with a spread of 20-30 feet

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — This hardy species is adaptable to various soil conditions and thrives in full sun to partial shade

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — The tree adds visual appeal with its unique leaf variegation

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — perfect for accentuating landscapes and creating contrasting textures

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — scientifically termed Acer negundo 'Variegatum'

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — is a distinctive and visually alluring deciduous tree

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — celebrated for its striking foliage

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — This cultivar of the Box Elder family carries leaves uniquely splashed with creamy hues

Variegated Box Elder (Acer Negundo 'Variegatum') — contrasting sharply with its underlying light green predominant color

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