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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)
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 |
