Common Name
Silver Maple
Scientific Name
Acer saccharinum
Hardiness Zone
3a [-35 to -40]
Tolerances
Drought
Tolerant
Poor Drainage
Tolerant
Alkaline Soil
Intolerant
Salt
Moderate
Shade
Tolerant
Air Pollution
Tolerant
Soil Volume
35
Planting Area
- Large
Features of Interest
Fall Foliage
Native to Vermont
Form
Vase
Mature Height
70 feet
Crown Spread
50 feet
Limitations
- Weak wood and/or branch structure
- Limited availability
Additional Information
Fast grower, with fairly weak wood. Shallow rooting system can damage sidewalks, pipes, and other infrastructure. Useful for wet areas. Transplants well.