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‘Flamingo’ is noted for its variegated foliage. New leaves are pink. but mature to green with white variegation. Orange/yellow fall color. Acer negundo, commonly known as box elder, is a suckering, fast-growing, weak-wooded, medium-sized, deciduous tree that typically grows 30-50′ (less frequently to 70′) tall with an irregular rounded crown. ‘Flamingo’ features variegated foliage that is attractive in woodland margins. (Courtesy of the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder)
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Easily grown in average, medium to wet soil in full sun. Tolerates a wide range of soils including poor dry ones. Intolerant of shade. Variegated foliage appreciates some part afternoon shade in hot summer climates. (Courtesy of the Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder)
| Common Name | 'Flamingo', Boxelder |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Acer negundo 'Flamingo' |
| Container/Amount | 20 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Light Requirements | Part-shade, Part-sun |
| Height | to 30 ft. |
| Width | to 25 ft. |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | green, pink, white |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
