Maple Trees
Original price
$202.99
Original price
$202.99
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Original price
$202.99
Original price
$202.99
Current price
$139.95
each
$139.95
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$139.95
Current price
$139.95
each
Mikawa Yatsubusa Japanese Maple
Mikawa Yatsubusa Japanese Maple: A Year-Round Focal Point The Mikawa Yatsubusa Japanese Maple will transform your outdoor space, it’s the perfect ...
View full detailsLooking to add some breathtaking beauty to your landscape this fall? Our Maple Tree Collection is now up for sale.
With a variety that spans the most classic and gorgeous maples, these trees are an ideal choice for anyone looking to buy a cold, hardy, fast-growing, and low-maintenance addition to their yard.
Our selection boasts a wide array of options, ensuring that you can find the perfect match for your landscape's specific needs.
Benefits of Maple Trees
Maple trees are not just beautiful; they provide many benefits to both your yard and the environment.
- Improve Air Quality: Maple trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, cleaning the air you breathe.
- Energy Savings: Their broad leaves offer shade during hot summer months, reducing the need for air conditioning.
- Increase Property Value: A well-placed maple tree adds curb appeal and can significantly boost your property's value.
Types of Maple Trees
Shade Tree Maples
Our Shade Tree Maple collection features varieties perfect for those looking to enhance their yards with trees that provide generous shade and stunning fall colors. Here's a quick overview:
| Plant Name | Special Features | Type | Max Height | Annual Growth | Grow Zone |
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| Autumn Blaze Maple Tree | A fast-growing tree known for its vibrant red foliage in the fall. | Acer x freemanii | 40-50 ft | Fast 2-3 ft | 3-8 |
| October Glory Red Maple | Boasts eye-catching bright red foliage in the autumn months. | Acer rubrum | 40-50 ft | Fast 2-3 ft | 4-9 |
| Red Maple Tree | Appreciated for its brilliant orange-red fall foliage. | Acer rubrum | 70-100 ft | Fast 2-3 ft | 3-8 |
| Sugar Maple Tree | Enjoyed for its beautiful fall foliage in shades of orange, gold, and red. It's also the source of maple syrup. | Acer saccharum | 70-100 ft | Fast 2-3 ft | 3-8 |
Japanese Maples
For those seeking a more exotic flair, our Japanese Maple section presents trees with unique shapes and stunning colors:
| Plant Name | Special Features | Type | Max Height | Annual Growth | Grow Zone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloodgood Japanese Maple | This captivating tree boasts vibrant scarlet foliage throughout the summer, turning fiery red in fall. | Palmatum | 15-20 ft | Medium 1-2 ft | 5-8 |
| Butterfly Japanese Maple | As its name suggests, this maple features delicate, deeply divided leaves that flutter in the breeze, creating an enchanting display. | Dissectum | 10-12 ft | Slow < 1 ft | 5-8 |
| Coral Bark Japanese Maple | This unique selection stands out for its vibrant coral-red colored bark that adds a pop of color to the winter landscape. | Palmatum | 15-20 ft | Medium 1-2 ft | 5-8 |
| Crimson Queen Japanese Maple | Known for its graceful weeping habit, the Crimson Queen Japanese Maple features cascading branches adorned with fiery red, lace-like leaves. | Dissectum | 8-10 ft | Slow < 1 ft | 5-8 |
| Emperor Japanese Maple | An impressive selection offering rich, deep-red foliage throughout the seasons, with a more upright and stately growth habit than the Bloodgood variety. | Palmatum | 10-15 ft | Medium 1-2 ft | 5-8 |
| Fireglow Japanese Maple | This vibrant selection lives up to its name, showcasing fiery orange-red leaves that transition to a stunning blend of orange, red, and yellow in fall. | Palmatum | 8-12 ft | Slow < 1 ft | 5-8 |
| Mikawa Yatsubusa Japanese Maple | This slow-growing treasure boasts a mesmerizing cascade of deeply cut, feathery foliage in shades of green, turning fiery orange and red in autumn. | Dissectum | 3-4 ft | Slow < 1 ft | 5-9 |
| Tamukeyama Japanese Maple | A captivating selection prized for its unique, cascading growth habit and its abundance of small, green leaves that turn a vibrant crimson in the fall. | Dissectum | 6-10 ft | Slow < 1 ft | 5-8 |
In selecting from our Maple Tree Collection, you're sure to find the perfect addition to create a picturesque scene in your yard this fall and for many seasons to come.
When and How To Tap Maple Trees
Tapping maple trees to collect sap is a fun spring activity. You want to start when the days begin to warm up above freezing, but the nights are still cold. This usually happens around February or March and lasts for just over a month.
To tap a maple tree, find one that’s at least 10 inches across. About 3 feet off the ground, drill a hole using a 7/16 drill bit. Next, put the spout into the hole you’ve made. Make sure it's in tight and won’t come out easily. Then, hang a bucket with a cover on the spout’s hook to catch the sap and keep things like leaves and bugs out.
How to Care for Maple Trees
Caring for maple trees is easy! Once they're all set up in your yard, they hardly need any maintenance. Maple trees are really good at adapting to different kinds of soil, though they do best in soil that doesn't hold too much water.
Right after you plant them, make sure to water them well 2 or 3 times a week for the first few months. This helps them settle in. Putting a layer of mulch around the base of young maple trees is also a smart move.
It keeps the soil moist, so you don't have to water as much, and it protects the tree's roots too. If you want to give your trees a little extra boost, you can add some slow-release fertilizer when you plant them and then again every spring. That's pretty much it.
Landscaping and Design Ideas For Maple Trees
Maple trees can transform your yard into a stunning outdoor retreat. Here are a few design ideas:
- Create a Focal Point: Plant a Crimson King Maple as the centerpiece of your garden. Its maroon leaves add a dramatic touch.
- Line a Pathway: Use Sugar Maples to line a walkway. They grow quickly, offering shade and a orange foilage in the fall.
- Natural Privacy Screen: Plant a row of Autumn Blaze Maples. They provide dense foliage for privacy and spectacular fall color.
Sustainability Practices For Maple Trees
Caring for maple trees responsibly ensures they thrive and benefit the environment for years to come.
- Watering Regularly: Young maple trees need moist soil. Water them deeply each week to encourage strong roots.
- Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base. This keeps the soil moist and prevents weed growth.
- Pruning: Trim dead or overlapping branches in late winter. This maintains the tree's health and shape.
Where to Buy Maple Trees
Here at PrivacyShrubs, we offer a diverse selection of maple trees for sale, guaranteed to meet your gardening needs. With a variety of sizes and colors available, finding the perfect tree has never been easier.
Contact us today and take advantage of our fast shipping options. Your dream garden is just a purchase away.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where do Maple Trees Grow?
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A lot of maple trees come from Asia, but you can also find them in North America, Europe, and even Northern Africa.
This means that whether you live in the USA or on the other side of the globe, there's a good chance you will see these beautiful trees nearby. Maples are very adaptable, making them perfect for many different climates and areas.
- How Fast Do Maple Trees Grow?
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Most maple trees grow about 2 feet per year. If you're looking for trees that grow really fast, you might like silver maples, autumn blaze maples, and October glory maples because they can shoot up by 3 to 5 feet in just one year.
On the other hand, Japanese maples grow more slowly. The larger types of Japanese maples can grow up to 1 or 2 feet in a year when they're young, but as they get older, they might only grow a couple of inches each year.
- How Long Do Maple Trees Live?
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Maple trees are like long-time friends in your garden. Sugar maples hit the top of the chart, living up to 300-400 years. Imagine all the changes they see! Red maples can also live really long, around 130 years, but some stick around for up to 300 years.
Silver maples, though they grow super fast, usually live for about 100 years. Japanese maples are pretty sturdy, too, living for over 100 years. No matter which one you choose, you're planting a legacy that could outlive generations.
