Sugar Maple Tree 60/80cm (P9T)
Acer saccharum
£20.95
Sugar Maple – Acer saccharum is a stately deciduous tree grown for its brilliant autumn display of gold, orange and scarlet foliage. Supplied at 60/80cm in a P9T pot, these young plants establish readily in deep, moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade. A fully hardy choice for larger gardens, avenues and parkland planting.
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Also available in other sizes
 | Sugar Maple Tree 80/100cm (2L) | £21.19 |
 | Sugar Maple Tree 40/60cm (2L) | £22.95 |
 | Sugar Maple Tree 40/60cm (P9T) | £18.95 |
 | Sugar Maple Tree 20/40cm (P9T) | £17.19 |
Sugar Maple – Acer saccharum is a large, long-lived deciduous tree from eastern North America, celebrated for autumn colour that shifts through gold, amber, orange and deep scarlet, often on the same branch. These young plants are supplied at 60/80cm in a P9T pot, giving a well-rooted, easily handled start that establishes quickly once planted out. Growing your own from this size is rewarding, as the tree develops a neat oval crown that broadens with age into a rounded, densely twiggy canopy.
The mid-green leaves have five lobes, typically 8/15cm across, with a matt upper surface and paler underside that catches the light on breezy days. Spring brings small, greenish-yellow flowers hanging in clusters before or with the emerging foliage, followed by paired winged seeds that spin as they fall. Mature specimens develop grey-brown bark that becomes furrowed and plated, adding character through winter when the branch structure is fully visible.
This is the species tapped commercially for maple syrup, and while home tapping requires a trunk of considerable girth and many years of patience, it remains an appealing prospect for anyone planting for the long term. More immediately, the Sugar Maple is a valuable tree for wildlife, offering nectar for early bees, seeds for birds and small mammals, and shelter within its dense summer canopy.
Best suited to larger gardens, parkland, avenues and boundary planting, it needs space to reach its full proportions. Plant it where the autumn display can be viewed from the house or a favourite seating area, ideally with darker evergreens behind to set off the fiery leaf colour. It tolerates a range of soils but performs best on deep, moisture-retentive ground that never dries out completely.
Care Guide
Choose a site in full sun or partial shade, sheltered from strong, drying winds which can scorch the leaf margins in exposed positions. Sugar Maple prefers fertile, well-drained but moisture-retentive soil that is slightly acidic to neutral; it is less happy on thin chalk or heavy, waterlogged clay. Improve poor ground with garden compost or well-rotted manure before planting.
Plant from autumn to early spring while the tree is dormant, avoiding frozen or saturated soil. Dig a hole three times the width of the root ball but no deeper, firm gently, and water in thoroughly. A stake is useful for the first two or three seasons in windy gardens, and a 5/8cm mulch of bark or compost, kept clear of the trunk, conserves moisture and suppresses weeds.
Water regularly through the first two or three summers, particularly during dry spells typical of the British climate, as young maples resent drought. Established trees rarely need feeding, though a spring application of general-purpose fertiliser helps growth on poor soils. Prune only to remove dead, damaged or crossing branches, and do this in late summer or early autumn, as maples bleed sap heavily if cut in late winter or spring. The tree is fully hardy throughout Britain.
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
8–12 metres
Season of Interest
Autumn
Sunlight
Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Pot Size
9cm (Tall)
Foliage
Deciduous
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-20°C to -15°C (H6)
When MatureSafety
Child Safe, Pet Safe
Watering
Little
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Our unique tall 9cm pots is a smart strategy for cultivating trees with strong and deep root systems. This practice can lead to healthier and more resilient trees that are better prepared for transplantation and long-term growth in your UK garden.
Promoting Deep Root Development with Tall 9cm Pots:
1. Enhanced Root Growth: Using tall pots, such as 9cm pots, encourages trees to develop a deeper and more extensive root system. The added height of the pot allows the tree’s roots to grow downward, seeking nutrients and water in the lower soil layers.
2. Reduced Root Circling: Traditional, shallower pots can sometimes lead to root circling, where the roots grow in a circular pattern around the pot’s base. This can restrict the tree’s ability to access essential resources. Tall pots mitigate this issue, as roots are less likely to encounter physical barriers that encourage circling.
3. Improved Stability: The additional depth provided by tall pots offers improved stability for young trees. It allows for better anchoring and support, which is particularly important during periods of strong winds or inclement weather.
4. Better Soil Temperature Regulation: Tall pots offer improved insulation for the root system. This can help maintain more stable soil temperatures, protecting the roots from extreme heat or cold. This is crucial for healthy root development, especially in the unpredictable UK climate.
5. Reduced Transplant Shock: When it’s time to transplant a tree from a tall pot into the ground, the deeper root system developed in the tall pot can reduce transplant shock. The tree is better equipped to establish itself in its new environment.
6. Versatility: Tall pots are versatile and can accommodate a wide range of tree species. They are particularly useful for growing trees that have a taproot, which naturally grows deeper.
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
| Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £1.32 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £10.74 (Flat) | This item |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £5.99 (Flat) | This item |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £11.94 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Pallet Courier | £114.00 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £25.14 (Flat) | |
| Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £114.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
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Also available...
Sugar Maple Tree 80/100cm (2L)
Acer saccharum
Sugar Maple Tree 40/60cm (2L)
Acer saccharum
Sugar Maple Tree 40/60cm (P9T)
Acer saccharum
Sugar Maple Tree 20/40cm (P9T)