Silver Queen Silver Maple

Fast Growing Shade
Silvery Leaf Undersides
Broad Native Canopy

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Silver Queen Silver Maple

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Silver Queen Silver Maple

Silver Queen Silver Maple is a fast-growing deciduous shade tree with an upright form, deeply lobed green leaves, and bright silvery undersides that flash beautifully in the wind. This large maple is best suited for spacious lawns, parks, and open landscapes needing quick canopy coverage.

Why choose Silver Queen Silver Maple?

Choose Silver Queen Silver Maple for rapid shade, graceful foliage movement, and a cleaner ornamental presence than many seed-producing silver maples. This selection is valued as a male clone, so it is typically grown for its shade and foliage rather than heavy seed drop. Its broad canopy brings cooling summer cover, while the pale leaf undersides create a lively two-tone effect. Plant it where there is ample room for the canopy and root system to mature naturally.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Acer saccharinum ‘Silver Queen’
Common Name: Silver Queen Silver Maple
Plant Type: Deciduous shade tree
Growth Habit: Upright, oval to spreading canopy

Silver Queen Silver Maple Additional Information

Silver Queen Silver Maple is a cultivated selection of silver maple, a North American native tree known for vigorous growth, large shade potential, and distinctive silver leaf undersides. In spring, small flowers may appear before the foliage emerges, followed by deeply cut green leaves that flutter to reveal pale undersides throughout the growing season. Fall color is usually yellow to golden, varying with weather, soil, and site conditions.

This tree is deciduous, dropping its leaves in autumn and revealing a strong branching framework through winter. Because it matures into a large shade tree, Silver Queen Silver Maple is best used in open lawns, parks, large properties, and naturalized landscape areas rather than tight foundation spaces. Prune young trees to encourage a sturdy central structure and balanced branch spacing. Site it away from pavement, septic fields, and small planting beds so the canopy and surface roots have room to develop.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Silver Queen Silver Maple in full sun to light shade with moist, well-drained soil and plenty of open space. Set the root flare at or slightly above the surrounding soil grade, then backfill firmly and water thoroughly.

2. Watering: Water deeply during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once established, it performs best with even moisture, especially during extended dry periods or in fast-draining soils.

3. Mulching: Apply a broad 2–3 inch mulch ring over the root zone to conserve moisture and reduce grass competition. Keep mulch pulled back from the trunk to protect the bark and root flare.

4. Pruning: Prune while the tree is young to develop strong structure, remove crossing or damaged branches, and maintain good branch spacing. Mature trees should be evaluated and pruned by a qualified tree professional when needed.

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FAQs

How large does Silver Queen Silver Maple get?
Silver Queen Silver Maple becomes a large shade tree and needs generous room to mature. Final size depends on site, soil moisture, climate, and long-term care, so plant it in open landscape areas.
Where should Silver Queen Silver Maple be planted?
Plant it in spacious lawns, parks, or open areas where the canopy and root system have room to spread. It is best placed away from tight hardscape areas and small foundation beds.
What makes Silver Queen Silver Maple attractive?
Its green leaves have silvery undersides that flash in the breeze, creating a bright, shimmering effect. It also provides fast shade and an upright canopy for large landscapes.

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Tall Growth
Full Sun
Easy Plant

Mature Height	Large: Up to 30 ft or more
Mature Spread	20+ ft
Growth Rate	Fast
Botanical Name	Acer saccharinum 'Silver Queen'
Bloom Time	Mid spring, Early Spring
Deer Resistant	Usually
Flower Color	Non Flowering
Family	Sapindaceae
Hardiness Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Medium
Size	#10 Container

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Growing Zones 3-9 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -40)

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