Sugar Maple
(Acer saccharum)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Tree
Height: 60 - 75 ft
Spread: 40 - 50 ft
Flower Color: Yellow / Green
Flower Time: Early Spring (Mar - Apr)
Fruit Type: Samara
Fruit Color: Tan / Brown
Autumn Color: Red / Orange / Yellow
Sun Conditions: Full Sun / Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: High
Moisture Preference: Medium
Deer Resistance*: Low / Medium
Dog Safe**: Yes
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names:
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Sugar Maple supports around 300 caterpillar species and is an early nectar source for bees and pollinating insects. Trees provide cover for wildlife and nesting sites for birds. Seeds are eaten by many birds and mammals and the sap is used by Yellow-bellied sapsuckers.
