Douglas Maple - Acer glabrum var. douglasii
A Rocky Mountain native that can be grown as a low-branched or multi-stemmed tree. Upright habit with light gray bark. The reddish stems produce dark green, deeply lobed leaves that turn yellow in fall. Favored as an ornamental tree because of its size.
Water Needs:
High
Foliage Color:
Green
Landscape Uses:
Specimen
Wet Areas
Garden Styles:
Modern
Traditional
Zen
Light Needs:
Full Sun
Plant Types:
Height:
30-40'
Spread:
10-20'
Special Features:
Attractive Foliage
Fall Colour
Growth Habits:
Compact
Round
Upright
Cold Hardiness:
Zone 5
Water regularly until well established. Tolerates most soil conditions and drought once established. Feed in spring with an all purpose ferrite before new growth begins. Prune broken or damaged limbs.
