Information on red maple tree

Red Maple Tree

Necessary information on Red Maple Tree

Common name: Maple Tree 

Scientific name: Acer Saccharum

Height: 30 - 150 ft
Span: 6 to 8 m

Growth rate: Slow to Moderate
Sun Tolerance: Full sun
Genus: Acer

The  Red maple tree (Acer Saccharum) is known for its outstanding fall color and distinctive leaves. And there are many maples, ranging from the small Tatarian maple to the high red maple which can reach heights of 62 feet or more. Almost 200 different species of maple trees present in this world. The leaves of the maple tree are large,Coloerful, deeply indented leaves, varying in length from 2 to 5.2 inches, depending on the genus. Bees and insects benefit a lot from the maple tree because of its rich source of pollen contained in the flowers. The flowers are available reminder enticing red, orange or typically yellow color and area unit the best attraction for the insects. Though they will grow well in absence of direct daylight, blooming doesn't occur till the patterned leaves bud. The fruit, referred to as samaras could be a marvel of nature with completely different seeds coated in nut lets and also having an attached wing which helps in dispersing to huge distances. Maple syrup is most likely the true fame maker for the Acer Saccharum(maple tree). While most Acer Saccharum have sweet sap, also known as rock or hard maple, produces, by far, the best liquid for maple syrup and sugar.

Red Maple Tree Species and Their Characteristics:
Sugar and Red Maple
Florida and Chalk Maple
Black and Silver Maple

Maple Tree Planting Guide:

Red maple flowers

A Maple leaf

Maple Tree Sprouts

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