Maple 'Sugar'

Acer saccharum - A slow growing tree, needing lots of room to grow. Well known for the sweet sap that is used to make maple syrup in early spring. Native. They have shallow roots and grow about 12" per year. Prune in spring. Use Bone Meal when you first plant. Do not fertilize the first year. Fertilize once a year with a balanced granular fertilizer. Do not plant any deeper than it is in the pot. Do not add any soil or mulch around the base of the stem. Water deeply once a week for about 20-30 minutes whether is rains or not. Plant at least 3-4 feet from any foundation.

Zone 3. 13m x 14m. Samara fruit. Green-yellow flowers on green foliage turning yellow/orange/red in the fall. Upright oval, rounded shape. Full sun to part shade. Moist, well drained soil.

Does not attract pollinators. Deer resistant.

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