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The Silver Maple Tree (Acer saccharinum) is one of the fastest-growing shade trees, known for its beautiful, silvery undersides on the leaves and adaptable nature. Ideal for large landscapes, the Silver Maple provides excellent shade, thriving in various soil conditions, including wet and low-lying areas. With its expansive canopy and tolerance for different environments, this fast-growing shade tree is perfect for quickly creating a lush, green space in your yard.
Why Choose the Silver Maple Tree?
- Fast Growth for Immediate Shade: The Silver Maple is one of the best options for quickly establishing shade, growing several feet per year.
- Beautiful Silvery Foliage: Known as the Water Maple or River Maple, its leaves shimmer with a silver sheen underneath, adding an elegant touch.
- Adaptable and Resilient: This tree thrives in a variety of soils and handles wet conditions well, making it versatile for different landscapes.
Other Names for Silver Maple Tree
- Acer Saccharinum
- Water Maple Tree
- Soft Maple Tree
- River Maple
These alternate names help clarify this Silver Maple variety as a top choice for quick shade and adaptability.
Practical Considerations
The Silver Maple prefers full sun to partial shade and can handle various soil types, including those that are moist or poor in drainage. Pair it with other Fast-Growing Plants or Large Shade Trees, like the Sugar Maple Tree, to diversify your landscape.
Specifications:
- Name: Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)
- Grow Zone: 3 to 9
- Growth Speed: Very fast
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Average Full-Grown Height: 50 to 80 feet
- Average Full-Grown Width: 35 to 50 feet
- Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
Estimated Size
Your Silver Maple Tree will arrive healthy and ready to grow quickly, becoming a full, beautiful shade provider within a few seasons.
Explore More About Silver Maple Tree
For more tips on care and planting, check our FAQ page. Explore other hardy and fast-growing shade trees in our Large Shade Trees Collection.
Shipping
Shipping
All of our trees ship Bareroot which means they will ship with no soil and no pot. This allows the plants to have a safer trip through the mail as well as to cut down on shipping costs majorly. The roots will be carefully removed from the pot they are growing in, and then wrapped in moist material with the roots sealed up to keep them moist during transit.
Shipping Restrictions
Shipping Restrictions
To follow your state regulations, we can not ship this plant to California, AZ, AK, HI
Deliveries to WA, UT, ID, NV, MT, ND, and SD MUST be shipped Bareroot.
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Will My Plant Have Leaves?
Will My Plant Have Leaves?
The arrival of your plant may vary depending on the season you order. In zone 6, plants have leaves during the growing season but not in late fall, winter, or early spring when they are dormant.
Bareroot Vs Potted Plants
Bareroot Vs Potted Plants
Our method involves combining potted and bareroot plants. They are initially grown in pots before being carefully shipped without the pot or heavy dirt, as per shipping regulations. The plant is then sent to you bareroot.
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What Is A Dormant Tree?
What Is A Dormant Tree?
A dormant tree is a deciduous plant that appears asleep and does not have leaves upon arrival. Proper planting and care are necessary until it awakens in the growing season.
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What Is A Grow Zone?
What Is A Grow Zone?
A grow zone is the precise USDA zone where you reside. Certain plants are not adaptable to colder zones, while others struggle in warmer zones. Familiarizing yourself with your zone and the plant's compatibility is vital. Click Here to learn more about grow zones.
What If I Have Other Questions?
What If I Have Other Questions?
We have a great FAQ page that answers many more questions and in great detail to help you have success with your new plants! See Our Frequently Asked Questions Here.