ACER PENSYLVANICUM / STRIPED MAPLE

ACER PENNSYLVANICUM / STRIPED MAPLE

A Striking Native Maple for Woodland Gardens

Acer pensylvanicum, commonly known as the Striped Maple or Goosefoot Maple, is a unique and attractive tree native to the woodlands of Eastern North America. With its characteristic green and white striped bark and broad, light green leaves, it adds a touch of elegance and texture to shaded or woodland gardens. This small to medium-sized tree is often found in the understory of forests, thriving in moist, well-drained soils.

Why Choose Acer Pensylvanicum?

• Distinctive Striped Bark: The tree's greenish bark, with its distinctive white stripes, gives it a unique, ornamental appeal, especially in the winter months.
• Shade Tolerant: This maple thrives in low light conditions, making it perfect for woodland gardens or shaded landscapes.
• Compact Size: A small to medium-sized tree, ideal for gardens with limited space or for creating understory layers in forested landscapes.
• Attracts Wildlife: The Striped Maple provides food and shelter for birds and small mammals.

Key Features:

• Bark: The tree’s green bark with white stripes is one of its most distinctive features, adding visual interest year-round.
• Leaves: Large, broad, dark green leaves with a palmate shape, providing rich summer foliage.
• Size: It grows into a small tree, making it well-suited for smaller landscapes or as a woodland understory plant.
• Flowers: Small, greenish-yellow flowers bloom in early spring, followed by winged seeds (samaras).
• Fall Color: While not known for brilliant fall colors, the foliage may turn yellowish-green in the fall, offering subtle seasonal interest.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 15–25 feet tall, 12–20 feet wide at maturity.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–7.
• Sunlight: Partial to full shade.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Ideal Uses:

• Woodland Gardens: Ideal for creating a naturalistic or woodland-style garden with its preference for shaded or dappled sunlight.
• Understory Tree: Perfect as an understory tree in forested landscapes, growing well in the shade of larger trees.
• Accent Tree: The striking bark makes it an excellent focal point or accent tree in gardens and landscapes.
• Wildlife Gardens: Provides shelter and food for birds, mammals, and insects.

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