Key Characteristics
• Mature Size: 20–25 ft tall | 15–20 ft wide
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Form: Small tree to large shrub, rounded
• Fall Color: Yellow to orange-red
• Lifespan: 40+ years with proper care
Planting & Care Considerations
• Full sun to partial shade
• Allow space for multi-stem form if desired
• Deep but infrequent watering once established
• Minimal pruning required beyond structure
Why The Tatarian Maple Works on the Front Range
• Excellent tolerance of cold, wind, and drought
• Handles alkaline soils better than many maples• Smaller size fits well in compact landscapes
• Reliable performer in challenging sites
Common Problems
• Occasional leaf scorch in extreme heat
• Minor chlorosis in very high-pH soils
• Generally low pest and disease pressure
Best Use Scenarios
• Small yards and tight planting spaces
• Under utility lines
• Wind-exposed or difficult sites
Great Western Tree Care
Larkspur, CO Location
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9575 Spruce Mountain Rd
Larkspur, CO 80118
(720) 535-8769
Aurora, CO Location
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10730 E Bethany Dr
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 913-7749