Rocky Mountain Maple

Acer glabrum

Planted 2008

Native to mountain ranges, these trees prefer cool climates with moist, well-drained soils. It has a dense, rounded form. This maples foliage turns shades of yellow, orange and red in the fall.

Rocky Mountain Maple
 
Close up of Rocky Mountain Maple leaf
 
Close up of Rocky Mountain Maple bark
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
10-20 ft. 8-10 4-7 Moderate Moderate

Leaf

Dark-green leaves with deep lobes and coarsely toothed edges.

Fruit

Red samaras.

Flower

Clusters of small, fragrant, yellow flowers.

Advantages

Low maintenance and cold hardy.

Disadvantages

Intolerant of heat. Leaves may scorch in hot conditions.