An excellent maple species for moist areas. Naturally found along streams and lakes. Drought and salt tolerant. The silver maple’s fast growing nature is a positive attribute but is known to be more brittle species than its slow-growing maple family members. Pronounced, deep cuts in five-lobed leaves.

Height : 35-70 feet Spread : 50-80 feet

Light : Full sun to shade Water : Medium to moist

Soil : Sand, loam, clay Zone : 3-9

Growth Rate : Fast