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Acer spicatum
Mountain Maple
- » Shade tolerant
- » Fiery fall color
- » Native
- Category:Tree
- Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
- Hardiness Zone:3-7
- Height:10-25 ft
- Spread:10-25 ft
Mountain Maple is a small, multi-stemmed, deciduous understory tree or large shrub reaching 10–20'. Upright clusters of pale yellow-green flowers bloom in late spring. Soft, green, toothed leaves turn brilliant shades of yellow, orange, or red in fall. Bark is smooth and gray on young stems.
Maintenance and Care
| • | Cold Tolerant |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
Programs
| • | American Beauties Native Plants® |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Acer spicatum
Prefers part shade to full shade in cool, moist, well-drained soils. Tolerates rocky, acidic conditions. Prune after leaf drop to shape or thin.
