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 5–7Climate Temperate

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — typically growing 10-25 feet tall

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

Family: Sapindaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — such as birds and butterflies

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — shrub / tree for full or half

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — shrub / tree with orange and red and yellow blooms

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — enhancing the ecological value of the landscape

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — It features a rounded canopy with slender branches and green, lobed leaves turning vibrant yellow-red in fall, image 31

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full sun; enhancing the ecological value of the

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — deciduous tree native to North America; preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full sun

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — typically growing 10-25 feet tall; measuring 2 to 5 inches across

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; approximately 1

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — scientifically known as Acer glabrum; measuring 2 to 5 inches across

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Its modest size and scenic foliage make it an excellent choice for accentuating gardens and providing shade; preferring

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Its dark green leaves are trilobed; measuring 2 to 5 inches across

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — and turn to beautiful shades of yellow; enhancing the ecological value of the landscape

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — measuring 2 to 5 inches across; approximately 1 inch per week

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — with a comparable spread that provides an attractive; preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and partial to

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Acer glabrum thrives in full sun to partial shade; measuring 2 to 5 inches across

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — offering a spectacular seasonal display.<br><br>Notably hardy in USDA zones 4 through 7; preferring zones 5-8, it thrives

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — Watering recommendations include a moderate amount; preferring zones 5-8, it thrives in well-drained soil and partial to

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) — It's relatively drought-tolerant once established; enhancing the ecological value of the landscape

Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — reducing concerns over interference with nearby structures or hardscapes; measuring 2 to 5 inches across

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) — approximately 1 inch per week; measuring 2 to 5 inches across

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