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Also known as
Silver maple, Silver maple, Creek maple, Silverleaf maple, Soft maple, Large maple, Water maple, Swamp maple and White maple
Taxonomy
Acer saccharinum
Acer
Sapindaceae
Sapindales

How to care for Acer Saccharinum

How often to water your Acer Saccharinum

every 9
Acer Saccharinum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât 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

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 Silver maple in your home

a window
Acer Saccharinum love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Acer Saccharinum does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Acer Saccharinum in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize Acer Saccharinum

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 itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Acer Saccharinum after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Acer Saccharinum is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Acer Saccharinum 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.
Sunlight Needs
Acer Saccharinum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Acer Saccharinum 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.
Fertilizer
Acer Saccharinum grows very slowly and doesnât require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantâs potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Acer Saccharinum grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Acer Saccharinum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Acer Saccharinum can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Acer Saccharinum
Acer Saccharinum
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
