How much sunlight does my Sycamore Maple need?

Sycamore Maple requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

What type of soil should I use for my Sycamore Maple?

Sycamore Maple is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture . A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Should I fertilize my Sycamore Maple?

Sycamore Maple grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer . Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

What is the growth pattern for Sycamore Maple?

Sycamore Maple grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Can Sycamore Maple be grown outdoors?

USDA Hardiness Zone Sycamore Maple can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-7b . Find your local hardiness zone here .

How can I propagate my Sycamore Maple?

The seeds of Sycamore Maple can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

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Q: Is Sycamore Maple easy to care for?

Sycamore Maple is generally easy to care for , though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Q: How often should I water my Sycamore Maple?

Sycamore Maple prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

About Sycamore Maple

Sycamore Maple is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Sycamore Maple likes soil that is good at retaining moisture. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Sycamore Maple belongs to the Acer genus, and is native to Northwest and Central Europe and Western Asia.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Acer pseudoplatanus

Genus

Acer

Family

Sapindaceae

Order

Sapindales

Also known as

Sycamore

How to care for Sycamore Maple

Water

How often to water your Sycamore Maple

Sycamore Maple needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Light

Check the growing potential in your area

A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Sycamore Maple in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Sycamore Maple: 1ft from a window

Sycamore Maple love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Sycamore Maple does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Sycamore Maple in your home 🏡.

Nutrients

How to fertilize Sycamore Maple

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Sycamore Maple: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Sycamore Maple after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

FAQs

Difficulty Level

Sycamore Maple is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Water Needs

Sunlight Needs

Toxicity

Soil

Fertilizer

Growth Pattern

Growing Outdoors

Propagation