Maple, Green Mountain Sugar 2.5"
Maple, Green Mountain Sugar
Acer saccharum 'Green Mountain'
Height: Typically 40–60 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 30–40 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 30–40 feet apart for full canopy development
Growth Rate: Moderate
Deciduous
Shade tree
Native to Michigan
Native to United States
Description
Maple, Green Mountain Sugar is a stunning, long-lived shade tree prized for its strong branching structure, heat resistance, and brilliant fall color. Its dense, deeply lobed green leaves provide a lush canopy through summer before transforming into a magnificent display of golden yellow, fiery orange, and rich red in autumn. This refined variety of sugar maple boasts a more vigorous growth habit and exceptional adaptability, making it a standout in both residential and large-scale landscapes. With its stately presence, polished form, and outstanding seasonal interest, this maple is one of the finest choices for creating a grand, refreshing canopy.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun
- Watering: Once established, water occasionally, allowing soil to remain moderately moist but well-drained
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring if shaping is needed or to remove dead or crossing branches
With its striking autumn foliage, strong structure, and reliable performance, Maple, Green Mountain Sugar is an inspiring shade tree that brings elegance, seasonal beauty, and long-lasting interest to the landscape.
