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Flashfire Sugar Maple

Name: Flashfire Sugar Maple
Brand: Acer
Availability: InStock

Acer saccharum 'Jfs-Caddo2'

$185.00

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Tree

Height

540 inches

Width

480 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Medium

Humidity

Adaptable, tolerates heat

Lifespan

100+ years

Native To

North America (Caddo County, OK)

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Acer saccharum, the sugar maple, is a large, long-lived deciduous tree native to North America, renowned for its brilliant fall foliage and as the primary source of maple syrup. Flashfire® is a selection from the heat-tolerant Caddo ecotype of Oklahoma. It is noted for its superior mildew resistance, faster growth rate, and exceptionally bright, early-developing red fall color.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

A magnificent specimen tree prized for its dense, rounded canopy and, most importantly, its spectacular, reliable, and early-developing bright red fall foliage.

It is an excellent large shade tree for residential properties, parks, and campuses. Its superior heat, drought, and mildew resistance make it a more adaptable and lower-maintenance sugar maple for challenging sites.

As a native tree, it provides significant ecological benefits, including habitat and nesting sites for birds, and its seeds are a food source for squirrels and other wildlife. It is a host plant for several moth species.

Marketplace

Where to Buy

Sooner Plant Farm

1+ Gal Pot

In Stock$185.00

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a large, open area with well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Dig a hole three times the width of the root ball.
Ensure the root flare of the tree sits at or just above ground level.
Backfill with the original soil, breaking up any large clumps.
Water deeply and slowly to settle the soil around the roots.
Apply a wide ring of mulch, but keep it off the trunk.

Pro Tip

Its Caddo provenance makes it a better choice for sugar maple in warmer climates or areas with high powdery mildew pressure.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly and deeply during the first few years and in droughts.
Protect the trunk of young trees from lawnmower damage and sunscald.
Provide a large area for its extensive root system to grow.
Rake leaves in fall to prevent disease and use as compost.

Don't

Do not plant in compacted soils or areas exposed to road salt.
Avoid planting in alkaline (high pH) soils.
Do not prune in late winter or early spring to avoid excessive sap bleeding.
Avoid piling soil or mulch against the trunk.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Mulch
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Outstanding large shade tree for lawns and parksBrilliant fall color specimen treeDurable choice for warmer climates

Companion Plants

Hosta Heuchera Epimedium Polygonatum (Solomon's Seal)

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Flashfire Sugar Maple questions

What zones can Flashfire Sugar Maple grow in?

Flashfire Sugar Maple is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Flashfire Sugar Maple deer resistant?

Yes — Flashfire Sugar Maple is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Flashfire Sugar Maple bloom?

Flashfire Sugar Maple typically blooms in early spring through early spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Flashfire Sugar Maple need full sun?

Flashfire Sugar Maple does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Flashfire Sugar Maple drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Flashfire Sugar Maple handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.