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bigleaf maple
Acer macrophyllum
tree⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate water
A large deciduous tree native to the Pacific Northwest with enormous deeply lobed leaves that turn golden in fall. It thrives in cool, moist climates and provides excellent shade and visual interest.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
low
Flood Tolerance
moderate
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 5b to Zone 9bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4.8 to 7.2Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringFall
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Pacific Northwest (California to British Columbia)
Native to: California, Oregon, Washington
Function & Care
biomass/mulchdynamic accumulatorerosion controlwildlife benefitedible
Coppicing
Edible Parts
sap
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation