Growth: Moderately fast - faster than Norway or sugar maple, slower than silver maple
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Adaptable; prefers moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil but tolerates wet sites and clay
Central Missouri: Very well suited and widely planted here (hardy zones 3-9); can develop iron chlorosis in high-pH or heavy clay soils
*Stock image shown for reference. Actual tree appearance may vary.