Silver Maple Tree (Acer saccharinum)

Silver Maple Tree

$64.95

What is Silver Maple Tree

If you want a large, easy-growing shade tree with ornamental features that will grow nearly anywhere, then look no further than the Silver Maple Tree.

What do you get with the stunning Silver Maple?

  • Enchanting silver colors: The underside of its green leaves is tinted silver to illuminate your yard.
  • Steady growth: The Silver Maple claims up to 3 feet each year for shade in your yard.
  • Soil adaptability: Plant it in the soggy spots in your yard where other trees can’t thrive.

Naturally growing near riverbanks and ponds, the Silver Maple creates the perfect summertime picnic spot but is also well-suited to street borders or focal point plantings.

The adaptability and durability of this native tree makes it a well-loved tree throughout American history. But the best part is that we’ve planted, grown and nurtured each Silver Maple at our nursery, long before shipping. That means a well-developed root system and better results for you in your own landscape. Even better? You reap these long-lived, lush rewards without any effort on your part.

Plant this historically well-loved tree in your yard soon. This native tree has been loved for centuries, and its long-lasting popularity isn’t going to slow down.

Silver Maple Tree (Acer saccharinum) Acer saccharinum

How to Grow and Care for Silver Maple Tree

Silver Maple Tree (Acer saccharinum) Growing Requirements

Hardiness zone 3-9 outdoors

Planting

The Silver Maple can be planted in any soil condition, though it naturally grows in soggy bottomlands. It can tolerate full sun or partial shade (but prefers 4 to 8 hours of sunlight daily). Plant in a hole twice as wide, though just as deep as the root ball. Mulch around the canopy, but not near the trunk, to help the tree maintain moisture. Plant your Silver Maples with some spacing from power lines, structures, sidewalks and sewer lines.

Watering

This tree can tolerate wet or dry conditions. Be sure to water the tree weekly in its young life to ensure proper growth. If you live in an area with frequent droughts, you may need to water weekly throughout its life.

Pruning

If you live in an area with windy conditions, hurricanes, ice storms, or salty air, you’ll need to prune your tree in the early spring to prevent limb breakage. Prune the weakest branches, including any dead or diseased branches.

Silver Maple Tree (Acer saccharinum) Details

Common name Silver Maple Tree
Botanical name Acer saccharinum
Plant type Shade Trees
Hardiness zone 3-9 outdoors
Growth rate Fast
Height 50-80 ft.
Width 35-50 ft.