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Black Maple

Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum

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Overview

The Black Maple, Acer saccharum subsp. nigrum, is a stately deciduous tree, reaching up to 60-75 feet tall with a spread of 40-50 feet. It boasts a dense, rounded crown with deeply lobed, dark green leaves that turn vibrant yellow-orange in fall. Preferring well-drained soils and full to partial sun, it's well-suited for large spaces. Its sap can be tapped for syrup, adding cultural value to this majestic species.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–8Climate Temperate
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — The Black Maple, Acer saccharum subsp
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — nigrum, is a stately deciduous tree, reaching up to 60-75 feet tall with a spread of 40-50 feetBlack Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — It boasts a dense, rounded crown with deeply lobed, dark green leaves that turn vibrant yellow-orange in fallBlack Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — Preferring well-drained soils and full to partial sun, it's well-suited for large spacesBlack Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — Its sap can be tapped for syrup, adding cultural value to this majestic speciesBlack Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — The Black Maple, or Acer saccharum subspBlack Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — nigrum, is a captivating deciduous tree renowned for its hardy nature and ornamental appeal+36

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
60–75 Ft.
Mature width
40–60 Ft.

Classification

Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — The Black Maple, Acer saccharum subsp
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — nigrum, is a stately deciduous tree, reaching up to 60-75 feet tall with a spread of 40-50 feet
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — It boasts a dense, rounded crown with deeply lobed, dark green leaves that turn vibrant yellow-orange in fall
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — Preferring well-drained soils and full to partial sun, it's well-suited for large spaces
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — Its sap can be tapped for syrup, adding cultural value to this majestic species
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — The Black Maple, or Acer saccharum subsp
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — nigrum, is a captivating deciduous tree renowned for its hardy nature and ornamental appeal
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — the Black Maple's foliage provides a dense canopy that creates an alluring play of light and shade
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — With its close kinship to the Sugar Maple
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — Its leaves are distinctively three-lobed
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — with the middle lobe notably more pronounced and the edges finely serrated
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — the foliage transforms into a spectacular display of bright yellows
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — making it a remarkable specimen for seasonal interest.<br><br>For the landscape designer
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — Full sun to partial shade exposures will ensure optimal growth
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — well-drained soils that are slightly acidic to neutral in pH
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — it's worth noting that this tree prefers moist
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — and its magnificent seasonal color transitions
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — its potential as a shade tree
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — The Black Maple, Acer saccharum subsp; preferring well-drained soils and full to partial sun, it's well-suited for
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — It makes an excellent focal point in large lawns or can be used to line driveways or streets
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — granting both beauty and practicality to the landscape
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — green and multi-colored and yellow flowers in the garden
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — tree with green and multi-colored and yellow blooms
Black Maple (Acer Saccharum Subsp. Nigrum) — tree for full

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