Botanical Name: Acer saccharum Add
Common Name: Sugar Maple  
Plant photo of: Acer saccharum
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

40-60', 60-100', 100' and up

 

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum
Photographer: Donald Wyman
  • Description

  • Notes

Known for its great fall color, this upright, oval to rounded tree may reach heights of 60-120'. For best growth results, the maple should be planted in well-drained, moderately moist, fertile soil. e During the fall months, the foliage changes to yellow, orange and scarlet. t