Tree Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Waterfall' [Waterfall Japanese Maple] Best grown in moist, well-drained, organic soils. Avoid hot, dry, or excessively windy sites. New foliage may scorch in full sun location. Chlorosis may occur in high pH soils. 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.
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 walkways.
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 scarlet red winged fruits that appear on this tree in mid to late summer.
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.
