Melinda Myers

Three-flower Maple

Botanical Name

Acer triflorum

Min Zone

4

Max Zone

7

Height

20 to 30 feet

Width

Equal to height

Flowers

Pink to greenish-yellow cluster or three flowers

Fruit

Double samaras: 1 to 1.25 inches, spreading at an angle of 120 degrees, persistant

Fall Color

Yellows and reds, one of the few trees to develop good fall color in shade

Light

Full sun to shade

Soil

Moist, well-drained, acidic

Planting & Care

• Transplant balled and burlap or container
• Tolerates drought and clay soil
• Not tolerant of soil compaction and wet soil
• Makes a good focal point or specimen
• Site where the highly ornamental, exfoliating bark can be appreciated

Problems

None serious