Acer campestre ‘William Caldwell’

This cultivar of Field Maple was cloned from a seedling that was first discovered by Donovan Caldwell Leaman in 1976. Donovan was the lead grower of the William Caldwell Nursery in the Knutsford area of Cheshire, England. He selected and cultivated this tree for its unusual, fastigiate form and red autumn colours when planted on acidic soils. He originally named it King Canute after the emblem of the William Caldwell nursery, but this was renamed after the nursery closed.

Ideal for the tightest of urban locations. This hardy tree retains all the benefits Acer campestre provides but also ensures a practical choice within difficult urban locations. Due to its form, it requires minimal planned works and is relatively self-maintaining. A fantastic tree mainly used within the UK. Although it is very difficult to propagate, Hillier is continuing to grow and supply this marvellous specimen to the UK market.