Tree Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Waterfall' [Waterfall Japanese Maple] Avoid sites that get too hot or dry in the summer and strong winds. Pruning should be kept to a minimum as it often results in significant bleeding especially in the spring/summer. The 'Waterfall' variety is a weeping cultivar that displays cascading branching. Foliage will typically leaf out in early spring and can be damaged by frost chlorosis can occur in high pH soils.
Tree InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Acer platanoides 'Columnare' [Columnar Norway Maple] This cultivar is easy to transplant and is tolerant of different soils. The Columnar Norway Maple is more adaptable to drought than other Maples. Pollution tolerant. When Norway maple escapes cultivation and invades natural areas it reduces species richness and native tree regeneration by out-competing other trees and understory species for resources, creating dense shade canopies, and spreading rapidly through high seed production. It also releases toxins that reduce the growth and reproduction of native…
Tree InvasiveThis plant is considered invasive Acer platanoides 'Emerald Queen' [Emerald Queen Norway Maple] This cultivar has ascending branches and an oval habit. Best selection of Norway Maples for urban sites. Fast growth rate and shallow root system. Brilliant yellow in the fall. When Norway maple escapes cultivation and invades natural areas it reduces species richness and native tree regeneration by out-competing other trees and understory species for resources, creating dense shade canopies, and spreading rapidly through high seed production. It also releases toxins that reduce the growth and…
Tree Acer pseudoplatanus 'Tunpetti' [sold as Regal Petticoat™] [Regal Petticoat Sycamore Maple] This cultivar does well in urban conditions. It is highly salt tolerant and as the tree matures lower hanging branches can be removed allowing for a higher canopy that does not obstruct urban life.
Tree Acer rubrum 'Autumn Spire' [Autumn Spire Red Maple] 'Autumn Spire' has a broad columnar form and brilliant red fall coloration. This cultivar only produces male flowers, so it is fruitless.
Tree Acer rubrum 'Bowhall' [Bowhall Red Maple] This cultivar is a great choice for wet soil areas. Its less aggressive root system makes it a better choice for a street tree. The orange-red coloration brings interest in the fall.
Tree Acer saccharum 'Fairview' [Fairview Sugar Maple] The Fairview Sugar Maple is a great choice as a shade tree and is noted for its classic Sugar Maple shape and emerald-green leaves. Does not tolerate pollution or urban conditions well.
Tree Acer tataricum ‘Garann’ [sold as Hot Wings® Tatarian Maple] [Hot Wings Tatarian Maple] The cultivar name comes from the appearance that this maples has in mid to late summer. Samaras turn a vibrant red appearing like red hot "wings"
Tree Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame' [Flame Amur Maple] Extremely hardy small tree with interesting foliage (elongated center lobe) and colorful fruits. Widely adapted and trouble-free. Prefers sun but tolerates some shade. Good for growth in large planters. Among first trees to leaf out. Withstands heavy pruning. Can be damaged by ice stroms. Verticillium susceptible, but rare.
