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California Native Plant

Acer negundo

Box Elder

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Description

The Boxelder is a deciduous, fast growing tree that attains heights of 40'-60'. It is native to California's streambanks and valleys below 6000'. The leaves have a beautiful, yellow fall color. This Acer is found throughout North America and is the most common of the Maples. -Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium, High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Wetlands, Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.