amur maple

Acer tataricum

ShrubSapindaceae

amur maple
Drought tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size15 to 20 feet tall15 to 20 feet wide
Growth rate
Slow
Habit
Dense
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn
Bloom color
Yellowish-white
Foliage color
Green
Fall color
Yes
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

ContainerLow maintenancePollinator garden

Attracts

Bees

Notes

Amur maple (Acer tataricum) is a shrub for pollinator gardens and low maintenance landscapes. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. Its yellowish-white flowers are fragrant and attract bees. It grows slowly into a dense shape and shows fall color. Once settled, it is also drought tolerant.

Pairs well with Blue Muffin arrowwood viburnum, Maltese cross, and Little Beauty tulip.

Native range

Northeastern Asia and northwestern United States.