Your cart is currently empty!
Sense of Sound in the Garden
Uncover the delight of bird calls, wind rustling leaves, and more. Embrace the peaceful ambiance of nature's sounds in your garden today!
Your cart is currently empty!
The Sugar Maple, a majestic tree species, possesses an impressive lifespan exceeding two centuries. Its vibrant colours reach their zenith during the autumn season, when the leaves undergo a remarkable transformation, transforming into hues of vibrant yellow, orange, and red.
Recognized as the national tree of Canada, the Sugar Maple holds significant importance in the country’s cultural and economic landscape. Its primary resource extraction involves the collection of sap, which is subsequently processed into the delectable confectionery known as maple syrup.
Botanical Name: Acer saccharum
En français: Érable à sucre
Sun / Shade:
Water: Low to moderate need for water.
Height:
Pollinators:
The Sugar Maple thrives in its natural habitat, which encompasses rich woodlands and rugged hillside environments.
Sugar maple flowers and leaves emerge simultaneously. The plant exhibits moderate to rapid growth. While it tolerates shade, it requires full sun for optimal development. Its extensive root system should not be planted in areas susceptible to road salt, pollution, or soil compaction.
Companion plant suggestions include American Beech, White Pine, and Eastern Hemlock.
Uncover the delight of bird calls, wind rustling leaves, and more. Embrace the peaceful ambiance of nature's sounds in your garden today!
Discover how to nurture Nest Spruce in cold, dry regions for vibrant growth in harsh winters. Tips from Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden in Lethbridge.
Discover why plants need the changing of the seasons to bloom with Plant Care Today's article "To Everything There is a Season – Even Plants". Get tips to help your plants bloom in their ideal time of year.
Experience the vibrant autumn display and adaptability of mountain maples. Ideal for tight urban spaces, these trees thrive in various soil types and are shade-tolerant.
Did you know Vanilla is an Orchid? A labor-intensive crop, it's the second most expensive spice in the world. Learn how to care and pollinate vanilla flowers.
Golden Alexanders (Zizia aurea) is an early spring bloomer and its yellow colours can be stunning in clusters.
GardeningCalendar.ca gets some funding from advertisers. If you click on links and advertisements at no cost to you, the site may receive a small commission that helps fund its operation.
© 2025 J&S Calendars Ltd.
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.