NATIVE – A tall tree with a straight central trunk in the forest and a widely spreading branch system in the open. Very similar in all characteristics to sugar maple. Yellow to orange-red fall foliage. Botanical Name- Acer nigrum Pronunciation- AY-sir NYE-grum Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 50 ft Mature Height- 75 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- White Pine ‘Sarah Rachel’ – adds layered seasonal interest as an understory companion Fauna Attracted- Bees (early-season pollen), various pollinating flies, migratory songbirds (for seeds) Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C43 Yearly Care Instructions- Perform minimal pruning in late winter or early spring. Provide supplemental water in prolonged drought. Fertilize annually in spring if soil is poor. Trimming Instructions- Prune in winter when dormant, focusing on damaged or poorly placed branches. Maintain its natural shape for best health. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly acidic fertilizer (e.g., 10-5-5) in spring just before bud break; moderate to high feeding need for younger trees. In clay, use compost to improve aeration and nutrient availability. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Verticillium wilt, aphids, leaf scorch, anthracnose
