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Legacy Sugar Maple
Acer saccharum 'Legacy'
Sugar Maple
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The 'Legacy' is highly prized by growers because it features thicker, waxy leaves that offer superior heat, wind, and drought tolerance compared to standard sugar maples. . The autumn display is spectacular and highly consistent, often mixed with secondary highlights of pink and golden yellow just before the leaves drop.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Tolerates shade.
- Good fall color.
- Low maintenance.
Quick answers
How big does Legacy Sugar Maple get?
About 40' tall and 30' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Legacy Sugar Maple need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Legacy Sugar Maple need?
Moderate water use.
Will Legacy Sugar Maple grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 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 Legacy Sugar 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 Legacy Sugar 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.