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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.
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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.
