Shade Trees
Silver Maple
Description
The Silver Maple is a large, deciduous tree native to eastern North America, recognized for its rapid growth and distinctive leaves. The leaves have 5 to 7 deeply notched lobes and are bright green on the upper surface and a distinct silvery white below, creating a "fluttering" effect in the wind. The bark is smooth and light grey on young trees, becoming dark, reddish brown, and shaggy with age as it breaks into long, thin strips that peel at both ends. Thrives in full sun and rich, moist to wet soils. It is highly adaptable and can survive periods of flooding as well as poor, dry soils once established.
- Sun exposure
- Full Sun
- Size & price
- Plant dimensions
- 50-80'H x 30-40'W