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Manitoba Maple vs Sugar Maple (Hard Maple)
Acer saccharum
Acer negundo
Sugar Maple is a large, deciduous tree known for its brilliant fall yellow, orange, and red-orange color display.
This long-lived shade tree features unique "maple"
lobed leaves.
Note: this Zone 4 tree is unlikely to produce commercially viable sap on the prairies.
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.
Sugar Maple (Hard Maple) Quick Facts
Manitoba Maple Quick Facts
In row spacing: 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)