Acer saccharinum |
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Silver Maple, Soft or White Maple |
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. 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
40-60', 60-100'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green, Silver
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
Spring
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.