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Bigtooth Maple

Acer Grandidentatum

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Overview

The Bigtooth Maple (Acer grandidentatum) is a North American native, renowned for its impressive fall color display, showcasing shades from golden-yellow to vibrant red. This medium-sized deciduous tree matures at 20 to 50 feet in height, with a canopy spread of 20 to 35 feet. Hardy in Zones 4–8, it prefers well-drained soils and full to partial sun exposure. A versatile choice for focal points or naturalized areas in landscape designs.

Sun Full, HalfWater High, Low, MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — Its most notable feature is the deeply lobed leaves, which resemble those of the sugar maple

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High, Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature height
33–50 Ft.

Classification

Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — showcasing shades from golden-yellow to vibrant red; integration of the Bigtooth Maple within the landscape invites a
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — This medium-sized deciduous tree matures at 20 to 50 feet in height, with a canopy spread of 20 to 35 feet; renowned for
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — Hardy in Zones 4‚Äì8, it prefers well-drained soils and full to partial sun exposure; is an exemplary choice for adding
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — A versatile choice for focal points or naturalized areas in landscape designs; a striking focal point when planted alone
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — The Bigtooth Maple (Acer grandidentatum); tree for full or half
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — an alluring deciduous tree native to North America; the Bigtooth Maple (Acer grandidentatum)
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — is an exemplary choice for adding four-season interest to a landscape; these leaves transition from a lush green in the
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — Often found in the wild at elevations of 4,000 to 7,500 feet; green flowers in the garden
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — this resilient species thrives in USDA plant hardiness zones 4 through 8; hardy in Zones 4‚Äì8, it prefers well-drained
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — making it suited to a variety of temperate climates.<br><br>A moderate grower, image 35
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — Its most notable feature is the deeply lobed leaves, which resemble those of the sugar maple; it is also known for its
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — These leaves transition from a lush green in the spring and summer to a spectacular array of reds; showcasing shades
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — providing a breathtaking seasonal display.<br><br>Preferring full sun to partial shade; often found in the wild at
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — A striking focal point when planted alone; allow enough space for this tree to reach its full canopy width
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — allow enough space for this tree to reach its full canopy width; the Bigtooth Maple (Acer grandidentatum) is a North
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — Integration of the Bigtooth Maple within the landscape invites a broad range of bird species; an alluring deciduous tree
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — Its most notable feature is the deeply lobed leaves, which resemble those of the sugar maple

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