Tree Descriptions
Silver Maple (Acer saccarinum)
| Height: |
50-70’ |
| Width:
| 40-60’ |
| Growth Rate: |
rapid |
| Soil: |
sand, clay, loam |
| Moisture: |
moist |
| Shade Tolerance: |
sun |
| Bloom Time: |
Apr-May |
| Flower Color: |
red |
| Uses: |
shade tree |
| Spacing: |
minimum 10’ x 10’ |
| Habitat: |
Full sun. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, drought and
seasonal flooding. |
| Notes: |
Branches brittle, roots can cause structural damage. |
Silver maple has aggressive surface roots that can clog septic systems
and drains and crack pavement. Fall color is not very showy; leaves fall
when green or turn a yellowish green. Used as a shade tree. Will tolerate
very poor soil conditions
and harsh urban environments.
