ACER SACCHARUM APOLLO® / APOLLO® SUGAR MAPLE

ACER SACCHARUM APOLLO® / APOLLO® SUGAR MAPLE

Compact, Columnar Sugar Maple with Stunning Fall Color

Acer saccharum ‘Apollo’ is a unique, columnar selection of the classic sugar maple, perfect for spaces where a traditional wide-canopy maple won’t fit. With a strong, upright growth habit and dense foliage, ‘Apollo’ provides excellent shade while maintaining a narrow footprint. In fall, its green leaves transform into a breathtaking display of golden yellow, orange, and red hues. This tree is highly adaptable, low-maintenance, and offers outstanding cold hardiness.

Why Choose Apollo® Sugar Maple?

• Narrow, Upright Form: Ideal for smaller yards, streetscapes, or tight planting areas.
• Brilliant Fall Colors: A mix of yellow, orange, and red foliage in autumn.
• Low Maintenance: Resistant to pests and diseases with minimal pruning required.
• Cold Hardy & Drought Tolerant: Thrives in a variety of conditions, from urban landscapes to rural properties.

Key Features:

• Columnar Growth: Stays compact and upright, making it great for urban plantings.
• Classic Maple Look: Dense, dark green foliage provides summer shade and turns vibrant in fall.
• Strong & Resilient: Tolerates a range of soils and urban conditions, including pollution.

Specifications:

• Mature Size: 30–35 feet tall, 10–12 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8.
• Sunlight: Full sun for optimal growth and fall color.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, moist soil but adapts to a range of soil types.
• Growth Rate: Moderate.

Ideal Uses:

• Narrow Spaces: Great for driveways, sidewalks, or smaller yards.
• Urban & Street Tree: Handles city conditions well and provides shade without taking up too much space.
• Ornamental Accent: A beautiful vertical element for landscapes with limited room.

Apollo® Sugar Maple is a fantastic choice for those looking for the beauty of a sugar maple in a more compact, space-saving form. Its stunning fall colors and strong growth make it a valuable addition to any landscape.