Sugar Maple Sapling (Acer saccharum) – Live Native Shade Tree with Brilliant Fall Color

Sugar Maple Sapling (Acer saccharum) is a classic North American native tree prized for its longevity, strength, and unmatched autumn color. This live Sugar Maple tree is an excellent choice for land stewards, home gardeners, and landscape projects seeking a native shade tree with long-term ecological and aesthetic value.

Renowned for its spectacular fall foliage, the Sugar Maple displays brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and deep red as temperatures cool. Beyond its beauty, Acer saccharum is famously known as the traditional source of pure maple syrup, making it both culturally and historically significant.

This hardy deciduous tree has a moderate growth rate, typically growing 1–2 feet per year under ideal conditions. At maturity, Sugar Maples can reach 60–75 feet tall, forming a broad, stately canopy that provides excellent shade.

Growing Conditions:
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; slightly acidic to neutral
Growth Habit: Upright, long-lived native shade tree

Sugar Maples are well suited for residential landscapes, restoration projects, and native plantings where space allows for their mature size. With proper care, this tree will thrive for generations.

These trees will be in a 1 gallon container and will be 12" - 24" in height.
Grown by a horticulturist and professionally packaged to ensure the highest quality.

Important — Living Plant Disclaimer:
This is a living plant. Once shipped, the seller is not responsible for establishment success or failure. Factors affecting survival—including soil conditions, planting timing, water management, climate, and care—are beyond our control after delivery. This plant is not guaranteed. By purchasing, you acknowledge that living plants require proper care and that results may vary based on your specific growing conditions.

Cannot ship to ID, OR, WA due to Japanese Beetle Quarantine restrictions.