Acer saccharinum
Silver Maple
Description
This fast-growing, equally spreading tree can reach heights of 40-100'. Leaves of 3"-6" in width are five-lobed, with a light green top color and silvery color beneath. In the Northwest, the fall color is a mixture of scarlet, orange and yellow. With an aggressive root system, this tree can be hard on sidewalks and sewers. It is, however, one of the best trees for poor soils where few other trees will grow.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40', 40-60', 60-100', 100' and up
Flower Color
Green, Orange, Red, Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green, Silver
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
Spring
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive, Messy
Design Styles
Meadow, Wetlands, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Park, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.