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Acer saccharum 'Goldspire'
Common Name: Goldspire Sugar Maple
Acer saccharum 'Goldspire' is a narrow, columnar sugar maple cultivar growing roughly 30–50 feet tall and 10–15 feet wide. Known for its dense, upright form, this deciduous tree features dark green, scorch-resistant summer foliage that turns brilliant yellow to yellow-orange in fall. It is hardy in zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial shade. Key Details Size: Typically reaches 30–50 feet in height with a 10–15 foot spread. Form: Densely columnar, making it ideal for tight spaces. Growth Rate: Considered slow to medium, similar to the species, which grows about 12 inches per year. Fall Color: Brilliant yellow to yellow-orange. Hardiness: Zones 4–8. Conditions: Prefers well-drained soil, but is more drought-tolerant than the species once established. Uses: Excellent for urban settings, small landscapes, or as a street tree.
| Plant Type: | Shade Tree, Deciduous Tree |
| Width: | 10-15' |
| Height: | 30-50' |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 4 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Spring |
| Bark Type: | Fissured |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Upright, Columnar |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loamy, Well Drained |
| Flower Color: | Yellow, Fern |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Gold, Yellow, Amber |
| Est. 10-Yr Width: | 7 |
| Est. 10-Yr Height: | 15' |