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Acer saccharum

Family Aceraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 12 - 36 m (40 - 120 ft)
Spread 9 - 24 m (30 - 80 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Acer saccharum (sugar maple) bears white flowers during early spring. This tree is rounded in form and has dark green foliage that is showy, matte and medium textured. The bark is fissured in texture.
Typical Uses Shade and street planting.
Special Characteristics In the fall, Acer saccharum offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.