Acer sac. Apollo® #45

Acer saccharum ‘Apollo®’

‘Apollo®’ is a refined, narrow columnar selection of sugar maple, prized for its dense branching and elegant, upright form. Its dark green summer foliage tolerates heat well and transforms into a brilliant mosaic of oranges, reds, and yellows in fall, delivering exceptional seasonal impact in a compact footprint. Unlike traditional sugar maples that spread widely, this semi-dwarf cultivar stays tidy and vertical, making it perfect for tight urban lots, narrow residential spaces, or areas where a towering shade tree would overwhelm.

This maple performs well in a variety of soils, including slightly alkaline sites, as long as it’s planted in well-drained conditions and away from compacted or salt-exposed areas. Its slow growth rate provides vertical interest and structure over time, making it a strong choice for screening, narrow hedges, or a striking upright focal point in the landscape.

Why We Love It: A sugar maple that gives all the fall color drama without taking over your yard — perfect for spaces where traditional maples can’t fit.