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Last Updated Novermber 12, 2011 All material copywrite protected.
SILVER MAPLE Acer saccharinum
This large shade tree is rarely seen. It is valued for its foliage that appears silver in colour from a distance.
Shade tree: Height 18m (60ft).
Foliage: Leaves are five lobed and deeply cleft giving them a delicate texture. Light green on top side and silver coloured underneath.
Flowers: Small deep red flowers are produced early, before the leaves. Although small they are quite conspicuous.
Fruit: Large fleshy "maple helicopters"; ripen in early June.
Fall Colour: Clear yellow.
Comments: Although winter hardiness may be a problem in rural areas, this stately tree is worthy of trial.