Sugar Maple
Sugar Maple
Acer saccharum
Type: Large tree
Sun Needs: Full sun-part shade
Soil Moisture: Medium
Mature Size(ft): 40-80 x 30-60
Bloom Time: April
Growth Rate: Slow-Med
Estimated size at delivery: 3-4
Container size: 3 gallon
Where It Works Well
• Shade tree
• Home landscape
• Large properties
Ecological benefits:
• Host to 280+ moth and butterfly species
• Nectar source for early-emerging bees
• Habitat for birds and mammals
Other info:
Beautiful fall color. Intolerant of road salt, poorly drained and compacted soils.
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Pick up of pre-ordered plants will be Thursday October 2nd, and Friday October 3rd. Please add these dates to your calendar. An email with additional details will be sent closer to that date.
We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pick up. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pick up. Remember, you are investing in quality root stock vs vigorous above ground leafing or height. The provided estimated heights at delivery are not guaranteed.
Photos: Arbor Day Foundation and/or Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder