Red Maple

Vermont's Finest, Fair Haven - Dendrology

Red Maple

Fair Haven, Vermont 05743, United States

Created By: Unity College

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This Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is located next to a Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra). Much like others along this side of the trail, it is not full grown. While Red Maples are can grow to be 120 feet tall, this tree has some growing to do.

This maple experiences sexual dimorphism as males have pink flowers in early spring while females display red samaras soon after.

To distinguish them from Sugar Maples (Acer saccharum), this maple has three lobes, sharply pointed teeth, and form a sharp V-shape between lobes.

Red Maples are not urban tolerant as they grow best in shade and moist soils.

As Vermont is the maple state, this gorgeous young Red Maple is a must-see! Be sure to take a look at the leaves so you can distinguish them from other maples in the future.

This point of interest is part of the tour: Vermont's Finest, Fair Haven - Dendrology


 

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