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2018 crop South Dakota

Acer saccharinum

Silver Maple, Soft Maple, Water Maple

  • Acer saccharinum

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Details

Min. hardiness zone:
3
Item ID:

Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: none required
Stratification
Stratification: none required
Germination
Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Looking for a fast-growing, adaptable tree that is commonly found along waterways and in wetlands? Look no further than Acer saccharinum, also known as the silver maple. This deciduous tree can grow up to 100 ft tall and 50 ft wide, making it one of the most common trees in the eastern and central United States and southeastern Canada. Its highly adaptable nature means it can thrive in a variety of climates, as far north as central Norway and as far south as Orlando, Florida.
The silver maple's leaves are simple and palmately veined, with the underside producing a downy silver effect in even a light breeze. Its flowers are produced in dense clusters before the leaves in early spring, with the largest fruit of any native maple maturing in early summer. The tree produces a sweet sap but its sugar content is lower than other maple species, making it less popular with commercial sugarmakers. However, the seeds, bark, and leaves of the tree provide valuable food sources and medicines for wildlife and Native Americans.
The silver maple is often planted as an ornamental tree due to its rapid growth and ease of propagation and transplanting. It is highly tolerant of urban situations, making it a popular choice for planting next to streets. However, its quick growth produces brittle wood that can be easily damaged in storms, and its root system can be invasive and damaging to septic fields and old drain pipes. Overall, the silver maple is a beautiful and adaptable tree that has many ecological and cultural benefits.

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