Scientific Name
Acer saccharum

Common Name
Sugar maple

Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; prefers evenly moist, well drained soil
Texture: Medium to coarse
Form: Conical to round crown; dense foliage
Height: 50 to 75'
Width: 30 to 45'
Leaf: 3 to 6" opposite, simple leaf with 3 to 5 lobes; excellent fall color - yellow, orange and red tones
Flower/Fruit: Small greenish yellow flowers in early spring
Comments: Does not do well in a restricted root zone situation; tolerates shade better than most maples; leaf scorch may develop with drought; moderate pollution tolerance
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