maple tree

These fantastic, fast growing shade trees have been bred to exhibit the best attributes in the landscape from strong branching to beautiful foliage colors, narrow and full, rounded canopies and pollution tolerance. Maples make great choices for street trees, lawn specimen or as a transition between woodlands and the landscape. Look for Freeman varieties that are an excellent cross between sugar and silver maples, fast upright growth, less aggressive roots and outstanding autumn colors. Norway, Japanese, Red, and many other varieties are available. Shop our online selection of Maple tree varieties.

Plant in well-drained, amended soil. Water well after planting; maintain 1” of water once a week the first year. Little pruning needed; shapes itself nicely. Remove dead branches or trunk suckers any time. Sap flows heavily in late winter/early spring, best to avoid heavy pruning at that time. Feed at least twice during the growing season with a slow release fertilizer in early spring and again mid-summer. Follow label instructions. Mulch 2″ to suppress weeds, retain moisture and protect against extremes of soil temperature.