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Rocky Mountain Maple
Acer glabrum
Rocky Mountain Maple
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A small, multi-stemmed tree. Gray, smooth bark with red new stems. Normally grown in clump form. Leaves turn pale yellow to orange in fall.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Part of our native plants collection, a specialty of ours.
- Does well at higher elevations.
Quick answers
How big does Rocky Mountain Maple get?
About 20-25' tall and 12-15' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Rocky Mountain Maple need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Rocky Mountain Maple need?
Moderate water use.
Will Rocky Mountain Maple grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Rocky Mountain Maple in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Rocky Mountain Maple wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.