Silver Maple Tree Seeds (Acer saccharinum)
Silver Maple Tree Seeds (Acer saccharinum)
Fast, graceful, and brilliantly adaptable.
Acer saccharinum, the Silver Maple, is a classic North American hardwood admired for its shimmering silver-backed leaves, sweeping canopy, and lightning-fast growth. Native to the eastern and central U.S., it’s a landscape favorite for quick shade, resilience, and natural beauty—thriving in places too wet, windy, or compacted for other trees to succeed.
- Native to much of the eastern and central United States
- Silvery undersides of leaves flash beautifully in the breeze
- Produces early spring flowers and winged “helicopter” seeds
- Excellent for erosion control, windbreaks, and riparian restoration
Growing Details
- Botanical Name: Acer saccharinum
- Stratification: Required (60–90 days cold stratification)
- USDA Zones: 3–9
- Soil: Moist, well-drained; tolerates clay, loam, and sandy soils
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Height: 50–80 feet
- Spread: 35–50 feet
- Growth Rate: Fast (3–5 feet per year under ideal conditions)
- Lifespan: 100+ years
Plant Silver Maple for quick shade, brilliant movement, and a legacy of resilience—perfect for homesteads, streambanks, and open landscapes.
FAQ
How fast does Silver Maple grow?
Silver Maple is among the fastest-growing maples, often gaining 3–5 feet per year under good sunlight and soil conditions.
Where does Silver Maple grow best?
It thrives in full sun and moist soils but tolerates clay, sand, and occasional flooding—making it ideal for riparian and lowland sites.
Is Silver Maple good for wildlife?
Yes. Its early blooms feed pollinators, while its seeds and branches provide food and nesting sites for birds and small mammals.
Related Seeds
- Red Maple Tree Seeds — Fiery fall color and four-season adaptability
- American Sycamore Tree Seeds — Massive native shade tree with mottled bark
- River Birch Tree Seeds — Peeling bark and excellent wet-soil tolerance
Evergreen Seed Co. is trusted by growers nationwide for rare, resilient, and high-germination tree seeds. Each order is carefully sourced, tested, and packaged with full planting instructions.
FAQ
FAQ
Do you pre-stratify the seeds?
Most of our seeds are not pre-stratified. We ship them unstratified so you can control germination timing based on your local growing season. We sell to all 50 U.S. states and Canadian provinces, and since each region has different planting windows, pre-stratifying would risk seeds germinating in transit or before you're ready to plant.
True stratification requires cold, moist conditions, which can lead to premature sprouting or mold if not timed properly. To avoid this, we store most seeds in dry cold conditions to preserve viability — but this does not initiate stratification.
Do any of your seeds need to stay moist? (Recalcitrant seeds)
Yes — some species we offer are recalcitrant, meaning they must remain moist to stay viable and cannot be dried out. Examples include: Chestnut, Hazelnut, Paw Paw, etc.
These seeds are shipped in moist cold storage and are clearly labeled on the product page when applicable. Please refrigerate immediately upon arrival and follow included care instructions.
Do you ship internationally?
We currently ship to the United States and Canada only. Unfortunately, we cannot ship to other countries without a phytosanitary certificate, which is required by most international customs agencies.
If you're interested in shipping outside North America, please contact us. Note that a phytosanitary certificate typically adds $60–$80 USD per seed type and must be arranged in advance.
Shipping & What's Included
Shipping & What's Included
Shipping & Packaging
Hand-packed in resealable zipper kraft paper seed bags
Stratification and planting instructions included with every order
1 free bonus seed pack included with every order
Ships within 3–5 business days via USPS
Return Policy
Return Policy
Due to the nature of our products, we do not accept returns on seeds.
However, if your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us within 7 days and we’ll make it right.
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