Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm Mountain time
Big Leaf Maple vs Big Tooth Maple
Acer grandidentatum
Acer macrophyllum
NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON
ONLY AVAILABLE BY CONTRACT GROW
Big Tooth Maple is a versatile, cold hardy maple variety that is ideal for small landscapes. It has high ornamental appeal due to its striking red-gold autumn foliage and multi-stemmed form.
Big Tooth Maple is highly deer resistant and drought tolerant as well. Keep in mind the size and form of this tree can vary due to climate, moisture, and growing conditions. In drier spots, you'll notice Big Tooth Maple is more shrub like. In moist, full sun conditions, this tree can grow to be up to 50 ft tall. Plan your site accordingly.
Big Leaf Maple has a broad, rounded crown and the largest leaves of all the maples. The pleasant shape and large leaves make this maple a striking and attractive tree. In autumn, the leaves turn vibrant shades of gold and orange.
Big Leaf Maple is a soil building species, meaning that it improves the soil conditions where it grows.