{"product_id":"maple-striped","title":"Maple, Striped","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStriped Maple (\u003cem\u003eAcer pensylvanicum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStriped maple brings a small-tree layer to cool, shaded woodland gardens. Young trunks carry white lines over green bark, and the broad leaves turn yellow in autumn. The bark pattern becomes less distinct as stems age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrowse and a Woodland Food Web\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis maple is browsed by woodland mammals, and its flowers offer forage to bees. Maple leaves can feed imperial moth caterpillars. In a layered planting, its low crown adds cover between ground plants and taller forest trees; protect newly planted stock where deer browsing is heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUseful Wood at a Small Scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fine-grained wood has been used for inlay, and branch sections can be made into whistles. Those small-scale uses fit the tree better than expecting a large timber or orchard crop. Hanging chains of winged samaras follow the spring flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose the Cool Side of the Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePartial to deep shade and moist, well-drained, acidic soil are a good fit. It is adapted to cooler forests and can struggle in hot southern sites; exposed afternoon sun can scorch leaves. Use it below a high canopy or on a sheltered woodland edge, with consistent moisture through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern North America, including Appalachian mountain forests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial to full shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, acidic and well-drained; medium moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly about 15–30 feet, occasionally taller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenish-yellow hanging flowers, generally April–May; later on cool sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 3–7.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winged samaras in hanging chains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Ongoing Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater the root ball thoroughly at planting, keep mulch away from the trunk or crown, and water through dry spells while roots establish. Check for circling roots before planting and protect the root zone from mowing damage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon \/ 3-4'","offer_id":46341240881411,"sku":null,"price":62.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Striped-Maple-Native-Tree-For-Sale.png?v=1737597756","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/maple-striped","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}