Key Characteristics
• Mature Size: 35–45 ft tall | 25–35 ft wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Form: Upright oval with dense canopy
• Fall Color: Red to orange-red
• Lifespan: 40–60+ years with proper care
Planting & Care Considerations
• Full sun to light afternoon shade
• Benefits from wind protection in exposed sites
• Requires consistent deep watering, especially during summer heat
• Mulch and soil improvement important in clay soils
Why Green Mountain Maple Works on the Front Range
• Improved hardiness compared to traditional sugar maple
• Better tolerance of cold and temperature fluctuations
• Strong branching structure when properly trained
• Performs best in protected residential landscapes
Common Problems
• Iron chlorosis in alkaline soils
• Leaf scorch during drought or extreme heat
• Decline if irrigation or soil conditions are poor
Best Use Scenarios
• Residential yards with moderate space
• Landscapes seeking a sugar maple look in Colorado
• Sheltered sites with manageable wind exposure
Great Western Tree Care
Larkspur, CO Location
Mon - Fri: 8a to 5p
9575 Spruce Mountain Rd
Larkspur, CO 80118
(720) 535-8769
Aurora, CO Location
Mon - Fri: 8a to 5p
10730 E Bethany Dr
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 913-7749