Acer nigrum 'Monumentale'

Also Known As

Acer saccharum 'Monumentale'
Acer saccharum ssp. nigrum 'Monumentale'
Monumentale Columnar Black Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-50'
W: 2'-5'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Acer nigrum 'Monumentale' plant details

Acer nigrum 'Monumentale' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer nigrum 'Monumentale'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 20 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer nigrum 'Monumentale'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Incredibly columnar! This excellent and quite unusual accent-tree grows to 20' tall and only 2' wide!! If you are looking for a tree for a very tight space or just want an interesting focal point this is your tree. Dense, deep-green foliage on this column also provides a brilliant, fiery yellow-orange-red fall color show. S/M

By: Forestfarm

We have this columnar plant next to Eric and Dawn's house because Dawn saw a plant and wanted one. The plant is 20' x 2' after 15+ years.

By: Gossler Farms

A pointing outstretched hand and accompanying exclamation is how most make their acquaintance with 'Monumentale,' a vertical pillar 20 ft tall and 2 ft wide. In fall it's a linear blaze of oranges and greens_an exclamation point in and of itself. Minimum temperature: -30°F 1 year old grafts 15" - 20" tall

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Sugar Maples are known for their hardiness and fall color, but how about this one for a great shape, esp if you are short on horizontal space and long on vertical. zone 4