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Rocky Mountain Maple

Acer Glabra

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Overview

The Rocky Mountain Maple, Acer glabrum, is a small, deciduous tree native to North America, typically growing 10-25 feet tall. It features a rounded canopy with slender branches and green, lobed leaves turning vibrant yellow-red in fall. Preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full sun. Its modest size and scenic foliage make it an excellent choice for accentuating gardens and providing shade.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–7Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — the Rocky Mountain Maple can serve as a specimen plant or be grouped for a natural
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Acer glabrum thrives in full sun to partial shade; measuring 2 to 5 inches across, image 70Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — such as birds and butterflies; enhancing the ecological value of the landscapeRocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — deciduous tree native to North America; preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and partial to, image 57Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — deciduous tree native to North AmericaRocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — is a versatile and resilient deciduous tree native to the mountainous regions of western North America; approximately 1Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — This small to medium-sized maple typically reaches heights of 10 to 25 feet; enhancing the ecological value of the+63

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–7

Shape & size

Mature height
6–20 Ft.
Mature width
6–20 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — the Rocky Mountain Maple can serve as a specimen plant or be grouped for a natural
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Acer glabrum thrives in full sun to partial shade; measuring 2 to 5 inches across, image 70
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — such as birds and butterflies; enhancing the ecological value of the landscape
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — deciduous tree native to North America; preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and partial to, image 57
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — deciduous tree native to North America
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — is a versatile and resilient deciduous tree native to the mountainous regions of western North America; approximately 1
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — This small to medium-sized maple typically reaches heights of 10 to 25 feet; enhancing the ecological value of the
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — is a versatile and resilient deciduous tree native to the mountainous regions of western North America, image 63
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — with a comparable spread that provides an attractive
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — approximately 1 inch per week; measuring 2 to 5 inches across
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — orange and red and yellow flowers in the garden; measuring 2 to 5 inches across
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — typically growing 10-25 feet tall; measuring 2 to 5 inches across
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — shrub / tree for full or half
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Its modest root system is less aggressive than many maples; preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — enhancing the ecological value of the landscape
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — whether from rainfall or manual watering.<br><br>Ideal for small garden spaces; approximately 1 inch per week
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full sun; enhancing the ecological value, image 60
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — shrub / tree for full or half; enhancing the ecological value of the landscape
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — It's relatively drought-tolerant once established; enhancing the ecological value of the landscape
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — offering a spectacular seasonal display.<br><br>Notably hardy in USDA zones 4 through 7
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Its dark green leaves are trilobed; measuring 2 to 5 inches across, image 66
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — It is adaptable to various soil types, though it prefers well-drained, moist soils; approximately 1 inch per week
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — This small to medium-sized maple typically reaches heights of 10 to 25 feet
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Watering recommendations include a moderate amount
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