Acer rubrum
Red Maple, Swamp Maple, Soft Maple
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
12 - 20m
Width:
9 - 20m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
High
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Sensitive
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Sensitive
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Verticillium wilt can be an issue, which can cause branch/ limb death and severe cases can cause tree mortality.
Management Notes
- Can develop chlorosis in alkaline soils
- Surface roots may heave pavement
- Thin bark is sensitive to injury