How to Choose and Buy Healthy Sugar maple

(Acer saccharum)

Sugar maple, also known as Rock maple

Ideal for purchase in early to mid-spring, sugar maple is a moderately maintenance demanding plant with a slow to medium growth rate. This plant's unique feature is its vibrant fall color and ability to produce maple syrup, a common reason for buying. When shopping, look for healthy plants marked by robust, disease-free leaves and strong root systems.

Fall Foliage

Hard Wood

Sweet Sap

Large Shade Tree

North American Native

What Is the Best Time for Buying Sugar Maple？

Early spring, Mid spring

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The Symbolic or Cultural Significance of Sugar Maple

Sugar maple holds significant cultural value in North America, especially among Indigenous Tribes who utilized it for sustenance and crafting. They considered this tree as a symbol of success and abundance due to its sugar-rich sap. It's also a popular symbol of autumn which metaphorically means change, transformation, and growth. However, sugar maple lacks specific Feng Shui connotations.

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How to Select Healthy Sugar Maple？

When selecting a healthy sugar maple, look for vibrant leaf color and uniformity, free from discoloration or spots. Ensure the plant shows no signs of pests or diseases, such as holes in leaves or webbing. Examine the overall vigor; a healthy sugar maple will have strong, sturdy stems and new growth. Check the roots if possible; they should be white and firm, not brown or mushy. Lastly, select a plant with a well-balanced shape, indicating balanced growth and care.