Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
Acer saccharum, the Sugar Maple, is a large deciduous tree native to eastern North America, renowned for its vibrant fall foliage and sweet sap used for maple syrup.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes best growth and fall color.
Watering
Moderate to high, especially when young. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerant of various soil types but dislikes compacted or waterlogged conditions.
Temperature
Prefers temperate climates. Tolerates cold winters and warm summers.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes best growth and fall color.
Moderate to high, especially when young. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water deeply during dry spells.
Prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerant of various soil types but dislikes compacted or waterlogged conditions.
Prefers temperate climates. Tolerates cold winters and warm summers.
Ideal growing range 15-25°C.
Outdoor
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
18-24 m
Spread
12-18 m
Growth Rate
Slow to Medium
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow, Orange, Red
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Size
1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSapindales
- familySapindaceae
- genusAcer
- speciesAcer saccharum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes