Sugar Maple – Acer saccharum Live Tree | 12–24 Inches Tall | Bare Root | Native Hardwood Shade Tree

Grow one of North America's most iconic native trees with this live Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) bare root seedling. Renowned for its brilliant fall foliage, strong hardwood, and sweet sap used to produce maple syrup, the Sugar Maple is an excellent choice for shade, landscaping, wildlife habitat, and long-term property value. This hardy deciduous tree develops into a stately specimen with a broad canopy, providing generations of beauty and cooling shade. Your healthy bare root tree arrives ready for planting and establishment.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Sugar Maple tree
✔️ Approximately 12–24 inches tall
✔️ Shipped bare root (no pot or foliage)
✔️ Healthy rooted tree ready for planting
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Sugar Maple
Botanical Name: Acer saccharum
Plant Type: Deciduous hardwood shade tree
Growth Stage: Bare root tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
Mature Height: 60–80 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 3–8
Container Friendly: No; best planted directly in the landscape

💡 Care Tip: Plant your Sugar Maple as soon as possible after arrival in a location with plenty of room to mature. Water deeply during the first growing season and apply mulch around the base to retain moisture while keeping it away from the trunk. Once established, this hardy tree provides decades of spectacular fall color and dependable shade.