Around the world, maple trees are a popular choice for shade and color. All maples are Acer species, belonging to a group of deciduous trees that is actually fairly diverse, ranging from the tall ...

Learn the species of maple trees most commonly found in the United States, and how to tell them apart.

The Japanese maple is a common name referring to a species of trees or shrubs under the scientific name Acer palmatum. They can be found throughout Japan, China, and Korea, but are often imported to ...

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When it comes to choosing a tree for a landscape, homeowners consider many things. Some plant trees for their aesthetic appeal, while others do so for their fruit. However, there are also many people ...

The vivid red and orange leaves of Japanese maple trees (Acer palmatum) make them a knockout in any landscape, but one cultivar stands out for its eye-catching fall and winter display. Its name, ...

I love maple trees but do not have room for large trees on my small lot. I see a lot of Japanese maples. Are they good choices for our area? Other than flowering small trees, Japanese maples are the ...

Japanese maples are one of the most striking small trees for the landscape. They come in many different varieties, some growing 15 to 20 feet high at maturity and a width of 10 to 15 feet. Some grow ...

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