Harvesting of Acer saccharum 'Legacy' typically begins in late September and continues through October.
Legacy Sugar Maple
Acer saccharum 'Legacy'
Also Known As - Hard Maple,Rock Maple,Hard Maple,Bird's Eye Maple,Curly Maple,Sweet Maple,Northern Sugar Maple,Head MapleLegacy Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum 'Legacy') is an amazing species of maple tree. It features a rounded crown and strongly furrowed gray bark. In the spring it produces yellow flowers that are followed by winged winged samaras. Its showy yellow fall foliage makes it an eye-catching addition to any garden. This species of maple is very hardy and can tolerate most climates. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate both wet and dry conditions. It does well in full sun to partial shade and can grow up to 80 feet tall. Its drought-tolerance and hardiness make it an ideal choice for yards, gardens and parks. Its autumn colors are second to none, adding a beautiful splash of color to the landscape. Legacy Sugar Maple is the perfect choice for any landscape.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
4
Flowers:
Yellow|Green/Brown Flowers
Sun:
part sun/part shade,full sun
Soil:
Sand, Loam, Humus Enriched
Fruits:
green,red,yellow,orange Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Legacy Sugar Maple should be watered when the soil is dry, about once every 7 to 10 days. For best results, check the soil with your finger to determine if more water is needed. Be sure to thoroughly saturate the root zone when watering and avoid allowing water to stand on the foliage. Additionally, avoid wetting the stems and trunk as this can cause rot.
sunlight
Legacy Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum 'Legacy') grown in temperate climates, should receive at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal health and growth. When direct sunlight is not possible, the plant should receive as much indirect light as possible such as light coming through a north or east facing window. It should also be noted that Legacy Sugar Maple prefers full to partial sun, so it should not be exposed to shade for too long. Prolonged exposure to shade can weaken and stunt the growth of the plant.
pruning
Legacy Sugar Maple trees should be pruned in early spring, before the tree flowers. Prune out any dead, diseased, crowded, and crossing branches, and remove any shoots growing from the bottom of the trunk. Prune off branches that appear in undesirable locations or rub against other branches. Do not cut back any major branches unless there is an obvious hazard. Remove no more than 1/4 of the live foliage to maintain a natural shape and promote vigor. Longer branches should be cut back just above a shoot or a lateral branch. Make sure to use clean, sharp pruning tools to avoid damaging the tree tissue.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Legacy Sugar Maple typically starts flowering in April.
