Susceptible to sun scald injury on trunk. Sugar Maple casts a dense shade, making it difficult to maintain turf underneath the crown. Intolerant of salt. Fall color inferior to other cultivars in the upper midwest. It has an excellent symmetrical form with a broad oval crown.
Leaves are dark green.
Has an oval crown. Red-orange fall color. Red or orange fall color. Not thoroughly tested for winter hardiness in more northern areas. Foliage is deeply cut, giving a lacy appearance.