Amur maple

Tagged as: Salt-Tolerant Trees and Shrubs

Common Name: Amur maple
Botanical Name: Acer ginnala

Updated 1/2012

This tree is considered invasive in some areas.  One tree can produce more than 5,000 two-winged seeds that are widely spread by wind.  In open woods, it displaces native shrubs and understory trees. In prairies and open fields, it can shade out native species.

Height: 15-20' Spread: 15-20' Habit/Form: Rounded to slightly broad spreading Growth Rate: Medium to fast  Zone: 2-8

Cultural Requirements: Full sun to part shade in a moist, well drained soil.  Tolerant of dryness, neutral soil pH and salt.  Aerial Salt Tolerance: Moderate degree of salt tolerance.; use in low salt areas.

Ornamental Characteristics: Orange, red and yellow fall color; red fruits on some cultivars.

Uses in the Landscape:  Can be used as a patio tree, screen or small specimen

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