Trident Maple

Acer Buergerianum

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Overview

The Trident Maple (Acer buergerianum) is a versatile deciduous tree, treasured for its trident-shaped leaves and striking fall colors. Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 20-35 feet in height with a spread of 20-30 feet. Adaptable to various soils, it requires full sun to partial shade. This maple's compact growth and ability to withstand pruning make it an excellent choice for urban or residential landscapes.

Sun FullWater LowZones 6–9Climate Temperate

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — The Trident Maple (Acer buergerianum) is a versatile deciduous tree

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 6–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 20–30 Ft.
Mature width: 20–30 Ft.

Classification

Family: Sapindaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — tree for full; this tree is a low-maintenance option that provides a high degree of visual interest and seasonal variation

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — A noteworthy characteristic is its three-lobed leaves; treasured for its trident-shaped leaves and striking, image 51

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — which exhibit a splendid display of color transformation; transitioning from a glossy green in the spring and, image 52

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — is a deciduous tree heralded for its aesthetic charm and adaptability; its unique, exfoliating bark adds winter, image 50

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — to vibrant shades of yellow; the Trident Maple (Acer buergerianum) is a versatile deciduous tree, image 54

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — and red in the fall.<br><br>Being a resilient addition to any landscape design; which exhibit a splendid, image 55

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — transitioning from a glossy green in the spring and summer; due to its tolerance of pollution and confined, image 53

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — due to its tolerance of pollution and confined spaces.<br><br>For the client; tree with orange and red blooms, image 60

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — Its moderate growth rate and compact roots make it a prime choice for urban environments; it isn't overly fussy, image 59

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — It isn't overly fussy about soil conditions, but well-drained, moist soil is ideal for optimal growth; a, image 58

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — preferring full sun to partial shade exposure; tree for full, image 57

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — the Trident Maple thrives best in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 8; its moderate growth rate and compact roots, image 56

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — tree for full; this tree is a low-maintenance option that provides a high degree of visual interest and, image 66

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — tree with orange and red blooms; the Trident Maple thrives best in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 8, image 65

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — this tree is a low-maintenance option that provides a high degree of visual interest and seasonal variation, image 63

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — Its unique, exfoliating bark adds winter interest, peeling away to reveal a mosaic of gray, orange, and brown, image 61

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — orange and red flowers in the garden; scientifically known as Acer buergerianum, image 64

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — With modest watering needs once established; preferring full sun to partial shade exposure, image 62

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — is a deciduous tree heralded for its aesthetic charm and adaptability; its unique, exfoliating bark adds winter, image 72

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — Adaptable to various soils, it requires full sun to partial shade; hardy in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 20-35, image 70

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 20-35 feet in height with a spread of 20-30 feet; with modest watering, image 69

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — treasured for its trident-shaped leaves and striking fall colors; and red in the fall.<br><br>Being a resilient, image 68

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — A noteworthy characteristic is its three-lobed leaves; treasured for its trident-shaped leaves and striking, image 73

Trident Maple (Acer Buergerianum) — scientifically known as Acer buergerianum; to vibrant shades of yellow, image 71

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