Mountain Maple
Common Name: Mountain Maple
Latin Name: Acer spicatum
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Small understory tree native to northern Wisconsin that exhibits outstanding fall color that ranges from yellow, to orange, to red. As with other maples, this is the host plant to the Imperial Moth. Use in the understory of wooded property or along riverbanks, streams, and to prevent erosion. Many woodland species snack on the twigs and bark.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 10-30'
Mature Width: 10-30'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Wildlife, Fall Color, Great Foliage, Wisconsin Native
Common Name: Mountain Maple
Latin Name: Acer spicatum
Visit Plant Profile >>Description & Overview
Small understory tree native to northern Wisconsin that exhibits outstanding fall color that ranges from yellow, to orange, to red. As with other maples, this is the host plant to the Imperial Moth. Use in the understory of wooded property or along riverbanks, streams, and to prevent erosion. Many woodland species snack on the twigs and bark.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 10-30'
Mature Width: 10-30'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Wildlife, Fall Color, Great Foliage, Wisconsin Native