Mountain Maple
Acer Spicatum
Overview
Acer spicatum, known as Mountain Maple, is a small deciduous tree native to North America. This hardy species typically reaches 10-20 feet in height and spreads 8-15 feet wide. It features textured, dark green leaves and clusters of showy, yellow-green flowers in spring. Fall foliage is a striking red-orange. Suited for zones 3-7, it prefers partial shade and well-drained soils, making it ideal for understory planting and woodland edges.
Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 3–7Type TreeClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half, Shade
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 3–7
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 20–35 Ft.
- Mature width
- 15–20 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Tree
- Family
- Sapindaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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