Legacy Sugar Maple

About this plant

The Legacy Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum 'Legacy') stands out as a premium choice for creating magnificent shade in your landscape. This cultivar is celebrated for its dense, symmetrical oval crown and deeply lobed leaves that transition to breathtaking shades of gold, orange, and red in autumn—often earlier and more consistently than other Sugar Maple varieties. 'Legacy' is notably vigorous, exhibiting a faster growth rate and greater resistance to common urban stresses compared to other Sugar Maples. Its strong central leader and well-spaced branching make it an ideal specimen tree for larger residential properties, parks, or as a stately street tree. Its distinctive bark adds winter interest, while its dense canopy provides excellent summer cooling. At A Cut Above, we select only the finest Legacy Sugar Maples, ensuring you receive a healthy, well-established specimen ready to thrive in your landscape for generations. This tree promises to be a stunning centerpiece, offering year-round beauty and a truly enriching addition to your outdoor space.

Care & maintenance

Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Water regularly, especially during dry periods, until established. Requires minimal pruning, primarily for structural integrity and to remove dead or damaged branches. Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer if soil nutrients are lacking.