Sycamore ‘Prinz Handjery’ 120/150cm (5L)
Acer pseudoplatanus
£80.00
Fresh spring leaves unfold in delicate shrimp-pink shades before changing to yellow-green with purple undersides through summer. Drooping yellow flower clusters appear from late spring into summer, followed by distinctive winged red fruits in autumn.
- ✓ Compact, pyramidal growth habit makes this Sycamore cultivar perfect for smaller UK gardens; features vibrant green leaves that turn stunning golden-yellow in autumn for seasonal interest and visual appeal.
- ✓ Smooth, grey bark develops an attractive, textured appearance as the tree matures, adding year-round ornamental value; low-maintenance and hardy, thriving in a range of well-drained soil types.
- ✓ Reaches a mature height of over 12 metres and a spread of 4-8 metres in 20-50 years, providing ample shade and privacy as it grows; suitable for planting as a specimen, in small groups, or as part of a mixed border.
- ✓ Regular watering, especially during dry periods, and a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring will help promote healthy growth and vibrant foliage; prune in late winter or early spring to remove any damaged or crossing branches.
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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The Sycamore ‘Prinz Handjéry’ is a striking and versatile tree that adds character and visual interest to any UK garden. This cultivar of the common Sycamore – Acer pseudoplatanus boasts a compact, pyramidal growth habit, making it an excellent choice for smaller spaces.
Fresh spring leaves unfold in delicate shrimp-pink shades before changing to yellow-green with purple undersides through summer. Drooping yellow flower clusters appear from late spring into summer, followed by distinctive winged red fruits in autumn.
At a current height of 120-150cm, the ‘Prinz Handjéry’ Sycamore is a relatively young tree with plenty of room to grow. Its distinctive lobed leaves emerge in spring with a vibrant green hue, gradually maturing to a deep, rich green over the summer months. In autumn, the foliage transforms into a stunning display of golden-yellow, providing a beautiful seasonal focal point in the garden.
The tree’s smooth, grey bark develops an attractive, textured appearance as it matures, adding visual interest throughout the year. Its compact size and tidy growth habit make the ‘Prinz Handjéry’ Sycamore an excellent choice for gardens with limited space, where it can be used as a specimen plant, in small groups, or as part of a mixed border.
Sycamore ‘Prinz Handjéry’ thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, moist soil. It is a hardy, low-maintenance tree that can tolerate a range of soil types, from clay to sandy loam. Regular watering is recommended, especially during periods of drought, to ensure the tree remains healthy and vigorous.
Pruning is generally only required to remove any damaged or crossing branches, and is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. Avoid pruning during the summer months, as this can stress the tree.
Fertilising the tree in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser can help promote healthy growth and vibrant foliage. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application rates and timing.
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
4–8 metres
Please note: Decorative pots shown are for display purposes only. Your tree will be supplied in a standard plastic nursery pot shown in the other pictures.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Sunlight
Partial Sun
Pot Size
5 Litre
Foliage
Deciduous
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-20°C and below (H7)
When MatureWatering
Moderate
Preferred Soil pH
Neutral
Fragrance
Slight
RHS Plants for Pollinators Autumn Interest Great for Wildlife Rare / Hard to Find
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
| Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £1.32 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £10.74 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £5.99 (Flat) | |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £11.94 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Pallet Courier | £114.00 (Flat) | This item |
| Large Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £25.14 (Flat) | This item |
| Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £114.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
You can view our Plant Healthy report here.
We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.
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