Trees

'Green Mountain' Sugar Maple

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Hardiness Hardiness zones 3–8

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Family Sapindaceae

Acer saccharum ‘Green Mountain’ is a remarkable ornamental sugar maple, highly sought after for its brilliant green foliage during the growing season and its spectacular autumn coloration in vibrant orange, red, and yellow hues, which brings a colorful and structured presence to borders, pathways, or large gardens. Its elegant and well-proportioned pyramidal shape makes it an excellent choice as an accent tree, a specimen plant, or a structural element in residential or public landscapes. Very hardy and well-adapted to cold climates, this maple prefers sunny to partial shade exposure and fertile, moist, well-drained soil, where it thrives without particular demands. ‘Green Mountain’ combines seasonal color, harmonious form, and ease of maintenance to visually enrich any type of green space.

Acer saccharum 'Green Mountain'

Soil and care

The right conditions.

Hardiness zone Hardiness zones 3–8
Minimum temperature -40°C
Fertilization
Balanced spring salad

Bloom and dimensions

The complete profile.

Flower color Subtle greenish-yellow (spring)
Foliage color Bright green ? orange, red, yellow (autumn)
Foliage type Obsolete
Growth rate Moderate
Bloom period
Spring
Fruiting
Decorative Samares
Maximum height 20 m (66 ft)
Maximum width 12 m (39 ft)

Its strengths, naturally.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

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