State Street™ Maple

 State Street™ Maple
 State Street™ Maple
 State Street™ Maple
 State Street™ Maple
 State Street™ Maple
 State Street™ Maple
 State Street™ Maple

Common Names

  • Miyabe Maple
  • Miyabe's Maple

Scientific Names

  • Acer miyabei 'Morton'
  • Sapindaceae family
Basic Landscape Attributes
Height Range: 
40-45 ft. height
Fall Colors: 
Thick, five-lobed, medium to dark green leaves that remain long into fall Leaves rapidly change to a pale golden-yellow fall color
Width Range: 
30-35 ft. spread
Flower Type: 
Inconspicuous flowers
Shape: 
Oval, round, upright shape

History of
the Tree Species

  • Selected by the Morton Arboretum in Lisle, IL for its hardiness in urban environments
  • Miyabe Maples native to Japan

Basic Growing Conditions

  • Full sun to partial shade
  • Prefers moist, well-drained soil
  • Tolerates alkaline soil, clay soil, dry conditions, occasional drought, and wet sites
 State Street™ Maple
 State Street™ Maple

Scientific Facts

  • Has an interesting, textured bark that's complimented by a unique leaf pattern
  • Primarily used for shade and fall beauty
  • No known edible or medicinal uses

Location on tree on Shelby Ave: