Shantung Maple

Shantung Maples have striking fall colors, ranging from yellow to a red-purple. Sometimes called ‘Purple Blow’ Maples, these trees are considered low maintenance and their dense canopies are favored for planting to shade a home, sidewalk, or street. These trees are drought tolerant, prefer good soil drainage, and resist pests & diseases.

Scientific Name: Acer truncatum

Tree Type: Flowering, Shade

Soil Type: Acidic

Good For: Fall Color, Pollinator

Growth Rate: Slow

Sun Preference: Full, Partial

Height: 20-25 ft

Hardiness Zone: 4-8