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Acer saccharum

Common Name: Sugar Maple

Acer saccharum is very similar to Acer nigrum the two species are very similar and are said to be the same. Medium to dark-green leaves in the spring and turn yellow, reddish orange or red in fall. Tolerates partial shade, likes a well-drained, moderately moist, fertile soil.  Not salt tolerant. 

Plant Type:	Shade Tree, Deciduous Tree
Width:	70'-80'
Height:	60'
Fragrant:	No
Growth Rate	Moderate
Zone:	3 - 8
Deer Resistant:	Yes
Salt Tolerant:	No
Drought Tolerant:	Yes
Attract:	Bees
Exposure:	Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Time:	Spring
Bark Type:	Fissured
Landscape/Use:	Provide Shade
Soil Type	Loamy, Acidic
Leaf Color:	Green
Fall Color:	Orange Red