Manitoba Maple

Scott Brown

Manitoba Maple

Manitoba Maple (Acer negundo): Green leaf color turning yellow in fall. Brandon is a fast growing male selection (seedless). A hardy native tree, tolerant of drought and a variety of soil conditions. Can be tapped in March to make syrup with a unique flavour. Large tree good for shade and boulevard plantings, but susceptible to aphids . Height. 12 m; Width 10 m; Full sun. Zone 2.

Photo Credits:
Tom DeGomez, University of Arizona, Bugwood.org Paul Wray, Iowa State University, Bugwood.org City of Moose Jaw Parks and Recreation Rob Routledge, Sault College, Bugwood.org

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