Choose a planting site with well-draining soil, because this tree doesn't like waterlogged or compacted soil. The seeds that form from pollinated flowers are favorite treats for many birds, which also nest in the trees.Īlthough it's not a demanding tree, our horticulturists have some growing tips that boost Sugar Maple's ability to perform its best. During the years of heavy bloom, yellowish-green flowers seem to give the tree a golden glow. Sugar Maple is prized for its fall foliage, but it also blooms in springtime! It has a habit of blooming profusely one year, followed by several years of flowering lightly. Although Sugar Maple performs best in sunny locations, it is remarkably shade-tolerant. Sugar Maple is a strong-wooded tree with sturdy branches that hold up in strong winds and under ice loads. Cooler, northern climates may see deeper shades of red and orange, and warmer, southern climates may enjoy vibrant yellow shades. A palette of sunset shades gives Sugar Maple its distinctive fall color. Sugar Maple is truly a four-seasonal gem! And during the summer, this tree fulfills its year-round value as a superior shade tree. Tapped in early spring for harvesting sap, Sugar Maple fulfills its name as the best maple species for making maple syrup. After the leaves drop, Sugar Maple's gray bark provides a contrast to other brown-barked trees in winter. Like a brilliant sunset, Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) sets the landscape on fire in autumn with its characteristic foliage colors of red, orange, and yellow.

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