Sugar Maple - Acer saccharum
Sugar Maple tree form
Sugar Maple fall colour
Sugar Maple leaves
Common Name: 
Sugar Maple
Latin Name: 
Acer saccharum
Eventual Size at Maturity: 
Height - 45ft Spread - 30ft
Space Requirements: 
At least 20ft from paved surfaces, buildings; 25ft from existing trees.
Form: 
Oval to rounded
Growth Rate: 
1 ft/year
Air Pollution Tolerant: 
No
Moisture Tolerant: 
No
Drought Resistant: 
No
Light Required: 
Full sun to ½ shade
Fall Colour: 
Yellow to red
Special Features: 
Spectacular fall colour; best tree for colour intesity and duration.
Wildlife: 
Provides food and shelter for birds and butterflies.
Tree Tips: 
Needs an open, protected space; sensitive to pollution and salt.