Big Tooth Maple vs Flame Amur Maple - TreeTime.ca

Big Tooth Maple vs Flame Amur Maple

Acer grandidentatum

Acer ginnala Flame

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Big Tooth Maple
Flame Amur Maple

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.

A selection of the Amur Maple, the Flame Amur Maple has a brilliant red fall color. The leaves emerge bright green and turn a fiery red in autumn. The seeds on the Flame Amur maple are also a pleasant red color, adding color interest to your yard or garden.

Big Tooth Maple Quick Facts

Flame Amur Maple Quick Facts

Zone: 4b
Zone: 3a
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 5 m (16 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: bright red and gold
Fall colour: bright red
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: medium
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: low