Black Maple

Acer saccharum ssp. nigrum 'Green Column' Sapindaceae

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Cornell Class of 1938 Native Maple Slope

Source of plant

Arborvillage Farm Nursery, Schmidt & Son Co., Lake County Nursery Inc.

Description

Selected from a mature stand of native trees by Bill Heard in central Iowa, this tree was chosen for its upright, narrow shape. 'Greencolumn' grows with a strong, straight trunk and maintains a good central leader. it matures at about 65' with a 25' spread. Unlike most trees with a narrow shape, it has a wide branch angle making it resistant to storm damage. The leaves are light green; fall color is yellow.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

growth habit