'Northwind' Maple, Acer saccharum 'Northwind', is a fantastic selection of Sugar Maple that's particularly well-suited for our region. What makes this maple stand out is its upright, columnar growth habit. If you love a Sugar Maple's classic beauty and fall color but have limited space, or desire a more formal, vertical accent in your landscape, 'Northwind' is an excellent choice. It won't spread wide like other maples, making it ideal for tighter spots along driveways or property lines. Throughout the summer, 'Northwind' displays attractive, dark green foliage that is also notably heat and drought-tolerant once established – a real plus for our Arizona summers. Then, as the cooler temperatures of autumn arrive, you'll be treated to a beautiful display of yellow to orange fall color, a lovely contrast to the more common reds. 'Northwind' prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It's also known for its strong branching, which makes it more resistant to wind and ice damage. To give your 'Northwind' Maple a great start and ensure its long-term health, amend the planting hole with Watters Premium Mulch. A spring feeding with Watters 7-4-4 All Purpose Plant Food will encourage strong, upright growth and those lovely autumn hues. This is a smart and beautiful maple that brings classic fall color in a more refined and manageable form. #NorthwindMaple #ColumnarMaple #UprightTree #FallColor #NarrowTree
