How to Grow and Care for Striped maple

Striped maple, also known as Moosewood, Snakebark maple, Goosefoot maple, Whistlewood, Pennsylvania Maple

Striped maple is a low-maintenance, understory tree suited for temperate regions, thriving in partial shade and preferring well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Special care points include mulching to maintain soil moisture and protect its shallow roots, and ensuring it is planted in an area sheltered from strong winds. With its adaptability, striped maple presents an easy care difficulty level for gardeners wishing to add a native woodland element.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Striped maple

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5-6
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	4-8

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Striped maple is characterized by its distinctive bark pattern which resembles snake skin, giving a striking visual texture. This small statured tree or large shrub has a rounded growth habit and typically reaches heights of 15 to 25 feet (4.5 to 7.6 meters). Its leaves are uniquely tri-lobed with fine serrations on the edges, often displaying a bright green hue that transitions to shades of yellow and orange in the fall. Delicate flowers may also be observed, which yield to samaras, adding to its ornamental value.