Key Characteristics
• Mature Size: 35–45 ft tall | 25–35 ft wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Form: Upright oval, dense canopy
• Fall Color: Yellow to yellow-orange
• Lifespan: 50+ years with proper care
Planting & Care Considerations
• Full sun to partial shade
• Allow adequate space for mature canopy spread
• Deep, consistent watering during establishment
• Monitor soil moisture to avoid shallow rooting
Why The Parkway Maple Works on the Front Range
• Selected for toughness and uniform street-tree performance
• Handles wind, cold, and urban conditions well
• Dense canopy provides effective shade
• Performs reliably in parkways and residential landscapes
Common Problems
• Surface roots may develop with shallow irrigation
• Leaf scorch during extreme heat or drought
• Dense shade can limit turf growth below canopy
Best Use Scenarios
• Street trees and parkways
• Large residential yards
• Sites needing durable, wind-tolerant shade
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