Scientific Name
Acer grandidentatum
Common Name
Bigtooth Maple
Tree Description
Acer grandidentatum, bigtooth maple, is a fast-growing small deciduous tree. It is relatively drought tolerant and has medium or low water needs. It has a spreading, rounded canopy with colorful fall foliage color.
Tree Size
Small
Height at Maturity
10ft–20ft
Width at Maturity
20ft–30ft
Growth Rate
12-36 inches/year
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Sun Exposure
Sun
Part-Shade
Water Needs
Low Water
Medium Water
Potential Issues
Susceptible to Aphids, Armillaria, Root Rot and Verticillium.
Field Trial Monitoring Results
Excellent potential utility as an urban tree based on evaluation of 12 trees, healthy crown, 100% survival, fast growth rate. Signs of chlorosis and pest damage found on some individuals.
Propagation Results
We had great germination with fresh seed sown outside in a hoop house exposed to cold temperatures. We had very poor germination with 3 month old seed put through cold stratification in refrigerator. Seedlings are moderately fast growing, but suffer from high boron and sodium water.
Additional Images
Photo: DeLorenzo, C. Stubler W. Mark and J. Reimer, courtesy of SelecTree
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