Acer saccharum (sugar maple)

Price range: $16.99 through $46.99

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Sugar maple is known for its abundance of maple syrup that is made from its sap, but it is also a beautiful large tree with great fall color. Acers are a keystone species, there are 238 caterpillar species that use this tree as a host plant. It provides shelter to animals and is also deer resistant!

Attributes and Characteristics

Acer saccharum (sugar maple)

Full sun, part shade
Average to Dry Soil
60-80′ tall, 20′-50′ wide
Keystone Species (Hosts 260+ caterpillars)
Multi Colored Fall Foliage
Blooms March, April
Host Plant
Wildlife Habitat
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Edible Fruit and Syrup
Supports Wildlife
Drought Tolerant
Dioecious (fruits only on female plants)
Ph Target 3.7-7.9

Pick up Information

All orders are for pickup at our nursery in Westport, MA, with the exception of any kits specified as Nantucket Kits. Please check your email for details!