A small, slow growing shrub with a height to circa 4 m. usually grafted on rootstock and growing into a small tree with a spherical shaped crown, reaching a height of circa 7 m and 5 m across. Because of its striking leaf colour it is an eye-catching tree in spring. The leaf unfurls in spring with a distinctive pink hue and turns into a yellow-orange colour within a few weeks. Later the leaf turns yellow-green and finally light green. The underside of the leaf is always light green. While the leaves unfurl the flowers emerge. The tree is applied in parks. It is also suitable in small gardens. 'Brilliantissimum' does not demand much from the soil. It is tolerant to wet, cold soils and is also wind and sea wind resistant. Bright sunshine may scorch the leaves.
Acer pseudoplatanus 'Brilliantissimum' can eventually reach a height of 5 - 7 m, slow growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Acer pseudoplatanus 'Brilliantissimum' is gyorsan növő and can eventually reach a height of 5 - 7 m, slow growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The right time to plant Acer pseudoplatanus 'Brilliantissimum' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Acer pseudoplatanus 'Brilliantissimum' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.
Acer pseudoplatanus 'Brilliantissimum' blooms in április.