Height: This small tree or shrub can grow up to 25 feet tall.

Habitat: Grows well in moist to well draing soil and partial sun but can adapt well to most locations with proper watering

Foliage: Leaves have 7-9 lobes, toothed, hairy on the lower and upper surface; opposite; 5-12 cm across; deciduous, turn a stunning yellow and bright red in fall.

Flowers: Small flowers in spring (March to June); in clusters at ends of shoots; white; 6-9 mm across turn into winged seeds are paired and arranged in a straight line; green, becoming reddish-brown

Bark: stems pale green; become dull green with maturity

Natural Habitat: Moist to wet places, generally under other trees where some light reaches the forest floor; sometimes open areas like shrubfields, clearcuts, or lava flows; low to middle elevations.

Why is it good for my garden? This shrubby tree is perfect for most yards due to the size and shape of the tree. Great for fall interest as it has brilliant fall colors. Black-headed Grosbeaks like the seeds of the vine maple.