Boxelder Maple is a fast-growing native deciduous tree with a trunk that is often short and divides into multiple branches, forming a broad and irregular crown. The odd-pinnate compound leaves with lightly serrated leaflets are vibrant green with an undistinguished yellow fall color. Insignificant spring flowers are often followed by samaras. Grows best in full sun and well-drained soils.
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Origins: |
East and Central N. America |
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Height: |
30’ - 50' |
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Spread: |
30' - 50' |
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Spacing: |
40' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
2 - 10 |
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Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Branches may be damaged by heavy snow or ice. This tree is a host for Boxelder bugs, which do not harm the tree but can be a nuisance to homeowner if planted near the home. Susceptible to borers. Anthracnose, powdery mildew, and canker may be an occasional problem.
LANDSCAPE USES: Group Plantings or Specimen Tree, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, Privacy Screen, and Shade Tree
COMPANION PLANTS: Encore Azalea, Lenten Rose, Japanese Cleyera
IMAGES: Sten Porse, Acer-negundo-total, CC BY-SA 3.0, (2) Stefan.lefnaer, Acer negundo sl20, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) Chrumps, Acer-negundo, CC BY 3.0, (4) Matt Lavin from Bozeman, Montana, USA, Acer negundo Bozeman 1, CC BY-SA 2.0, (5) Stefan.lefnaer, Acer negundo sl4, CC BY-SA 4.0, (6) Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, Acer negundo Klon jesionolistny 2020-04-19 05, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
