The mountain maple is a small tree with broad leaves that turn yellow-to-red in the fall. One of the maples that can be tapped to make maple syrup, this tree is better off sited in a shady spot.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens |
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(82) Acadian Plains and Hills |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone |
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Ornamental Interest
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Attracts Wildlife
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Other Pollinators/Wildlife |
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Host Plant |
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Pollinator Powerhouse Plant |
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Additional Attributes
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Dioecious (fruits only on female plants) |
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Low Maintenance |
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Landscape Use
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Naturalize |
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Massing |
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Rain Garden |
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Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
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Red to Purple Fall Foliage |
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Multi Color Fall Foliage |
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