Red Maple

 

Common Name	Red Maple
Scientific Name	Acer rubrum
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Dry Upland Site, Moist Upland Site, Water's Edge
Light Preference	Full Sun, Partial Sun, Full Shade
Wildlife Value	birds, small mammals, large mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	over 50'
Bloom Time	Spring
Evergreen	No
Comments	fast growing tree; tolerates wide range of soil and moisture conditions; red flowers in early spring & brilliant red foliage in fall