Acer negundo - Not Recommended
Manitoba Maple, Box-elder
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
9 - 15m
Width:
9 - 15m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
High
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting 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. A common issue with Manitoba maple is box elder bugs.
Management Notes
- Weak wood makes tree susceptible to wind and ice storm damage
- Short-lived
- Known to naturalize outside of native range and become weedy