IFAS Extension
Urban Horticulture
Abstract
This document describes the characteristics, growth habits, landscape uses, and management considerations of the ‘Green Mountain’ cultivar of Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum). It outlines the tree’s morphology, cultural requirements, strengths, limitations, and common pests and diseases. The text highlights its notable fall color, transplanting behavior, and sensitivity to drought, soil compaction, and urban stress, while also addressing its ornamental value and suitability for parks and large open areas.
About this Publication
This document is ENH-213, one of a series from the UF/IFAS Department of Environmental Horticulture. Original publication date November 1993. Visit the Ask IFAS website at https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication. © 2026 UF/IFAS. This publication is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
How to Cite
Gilman, E., & Watson, D. (2026). Acer saccharum “Green Mountain”: “Green Mountain” Sugar Maple. EDIS, 2003(10). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-st054-1993
Authors
Edward F. Gilman
professor emeritus, Department of Environmental Horticulture
Dennis G. Watson
former associate professor, UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Gainesville, FL
Contacts
Michael Andreu
Specialist
University of Florida
professor, forest systems, UF/IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences