Sugar Maple
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A large, long-lived deciduous shade tree valued for its brilliant fall colour and strong landscape presence. The foliage is medium to dark green through summer and turns vibrant yellow, orange, and red in autumn. This is also the primary species used for maple syrup production.
It has a dense, rounded canopy and is commonly used as a specimen shade tree in larger landscapes, parks, and rural plantings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Very cold hardy and well suited to Ontario climates.
| Fall Colour | Golden Yellow |
|---|---|
| Shape | Broad Oval |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Latin Name | Acer saccharum |
| Soil Conditions | Moist / Well Drained |
| Flower Colour | Yellowish Green |
| Mature Height ** | 20 Meters - 65 Feet |
| Mature Width ** | 15 Meters - 49 Feet |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Zone | 3 |
| Native | Yes |
** Maturity Heights and Widths are listed to show what this plant can grow to in warmer climates and over the course of centuries. For landscape purposes in Ontario, take this value at 50% for appropriate spacing in your garden for immediate install purposes / for the next 10-20 years.
A native tree for autumn colours ranging from yellow to orange to red.