Acer pensylvanicum, commonly known as moosewood, snakebark, or striped maple, is native to Ontario and enjoys moist, well-drained conditions, in partial shade. Although native to Ontario, it can be limited in quantity at nurseries. Moosewoods are relatively easy to transplant, but can be sensitive to heat and drought, requiring constant moisture. It is advisable to prune in the late spring (June), as cutting may cause sap to leak from the wounds. While this can impact the tree's appearance, it does not harm the tree.
No items found.
Planting Site and Native Range
Planting Site
Naturalization, Parks, Residential
Management Notes
Management Notes
Best in shaded sites Limited urban tolerance
Tree Characteristics
Growth Rate
Slow (less than 30cm per year)
Width
5 - 8m
Height
5 - 9m
Soil Quantity
0 - 10 m
Leaves
Deciduous
Insects and Diseases
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Verticillium wilt can be an issue, which can cause branch/ limb death and severe cases can cause tree mortality.
Tree Tolerances
Soil Salt Tolerance
Unknown
Salt Spray Tolerance
Unknown
Flooding Tolerance
Low
Drought Tolerance
Low
pH Tolerance
Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)
Shade Tolerance
Part Shade Full Shade
Plant Hardiness Zone
Zone 3 (a/b) | Zone 4 (a/b) | Zone 5 (a/b) | Zone 6 (a/b)