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Manitoba Maple vs Big Leaf Maple
Acer negundo
Acer macrophyllum
ONLY AVAILABLE BY CONTRACT GROW
Manitoba Maple is a fast growing tree with great fall color. These trees are typically grown as feature or shade trees on larger properties and acreages. Manitoba maples are cold hardy and tolerant of a wide range of soil moisture conditions.
Note that Manitoba Maple is considered toxic to horses.
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.
Manitoba Maple Quick Facts
Big Leaf Maple Quick Facts
In row spacing: 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)