Description
Silver Maples are very fast growing, large, shade trees that are tolerant to urban conditions. They require plenty of green space to accomodate their spreading root system and wide reaching branch structure. Silver maples will benefit from structural pruning early in life to ensure long term viability.
Wildlife Benefits
Maples are among the first trees to bloom in spring, making them important for pollinators. The crown and trunk hollows in mature silver maples also provides habitat for birds and small mammals.
| Silver Maple Facts and Features | |
| Mature Size | Reaches 35 metres tall. |
| Sun/Shade | Slightly shade tolerant but grows best in full sun. |
| Soil | Grows best in rich soil. |
| Flowers | Silver maple flowers lack petals. Flowers appear in early spring before the leaves." |
| Fruit | Seeds are found in ‘keys’ that fall from the tree in late spring. |
| Wildlife Benefits | Silver maple is a food source for squirrels, beaver and deer. Silver maple also provides habitat for birds and other small animals in the crown |
