Acer saccharum

Common Name

Sugar Maple

Scientific Name

Acer saccharum

Hardiness Zone

3a [-35 to -40]

Tolerances

Drought

Moderate

Moderate

Poor Drainage

Moderate

Moderate

Alkaline Soil

Moderate

Moderate

Salt

Intolerant

Intolerant

Shade

Tolerant

Tolerant

Air Pollution

Tolerant

Tolerant

Soil Volume

25

Planting Area

  • Medium
  • Large

Features of Interest

  • Fall Foliage

    Fall Foliage

  • Native to Vermont

    Native to Vermont

  • Wildlife

    Wildlife

Form

upright oval

Upright oval

Mature Height

75 feet

Crown Spread

50 feet

Additional Information

Does not perform well in tight, compacted situations.