Maple tree landscape

Maple trees are an amazing group of plants. For a primer on which ones are the best selections for your garden, read our guide now on Gardener’s Path.

All Japanese maples are tolerant of part shade conditions. Like Dogwoods and Redbuds, they evolved to grow happily at the edge of the forest as small trees. Their undeniable beauty leads many people to want to plant them as a focal point or specimen tree, often in full sun.&n

HGTV.com shows different types of maple trees, including maples for fall color, maples for small spaces, red maple and sugar maple.

Red maples grow quickly, but still need a few years to reach maximum height.

If your yard could use more shade and needs it pronto, here are some of the best fast-growing shade trees to plant in the sunny South.

Many people choose to plant maples because they work well as shade, stray trees, and specimens. Maple trees are known for their fall colors; many species display oranges, browns, yellows, and reds each year. Some trees can have leaves with many of these colors at the same time. Another desirable feature is the ability of many edges to tolerate drought.

Acer glabrum ~ Rocky Mountain Maple ~ zone: 3 ~ size: 20' Tall and 15' W

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Japanese Maples are not native to North America but they are becoming more and more common understory trees in our landscapes. Learn where and how to plant them in landscapes big and small. They are used primarily for their stunning beauty in the woodland garden and are available in a wide variety o

Plant these perennials, shrubs and trees for the most amazing fall color in your garden—now, and for years to come.