Armstrong Maple

$186.75

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Size:: 1-1.5" caliper (7-8' tall) 1.5-2" caliper (8-10' tall) 2-2.5" caliper (10-12' tall) 2.5-3" caliper (12-14' tall)

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Acer x freemanii 'Armstrong'

Choose Armstrong Maple when you need quick height and shade where a broad shade tree will not fit; the tradeoff is a narrow canopy, so it gives less overhead shade than wider maples.

Buy This If

You need height without much spread.
You want shade faster than slower trees.
You are layering above arborvitae or fencing.

Skip This If

You want a broad picnic-lawn canopy.
You need screening from the ground up.
You have very limited overhead clearance.

PGNE Report Card

Category	Grade	Why
Landscape Impact	B+	It adds strong vertical structure, but it does not create the broad canopy effect of a wider shade tree.
Growth Rate	A	This is a fast-growing maple, which helps when the goal is height and screening sooner.
Maintenance	B	Plan on basic young-tree pruning to keep a clean leader and strong branch spacing.
Deer Resistance	C	Young trees like this can be browsed or rubbed by deer, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy.
Small Space Fit	A-	Its upright, narrow habit works well where a standard shade tree would crowd the space.
Screening Value	B	It is best for upper-level privacy and should be paired with lower evergreen screening when you need coverage near the ground.

Our Experience

At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Armstrong Maple for layered privacy jobs where arborvitae handles the lower screen and the maple adds height above it without taking over the whole border.

Plant Facts

Mature Height	60 ft
Mature Width	15 ft
Hardiness Zones	3a-8a
Spacing	25 ft
Sun	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Average to wet
Growth Habit	Upright, narrow columnar

Customers Usually Ask

Will it screen my neighbor by itself?

Only partly; it helps with upper privacy, but use evergreens below for a fuller screen.

Is it a good front-yard shade tree?

Yes if the yard is narrow, but choose a wider maple if you want a broad shade canopy.

Does it handle damp soil?

Yes, it can work in average to wet soil as long as the site is not constantly flooded.

Why Maple Trees Are a Landscape Essential

Unmatched Fall Color: Maples are famous for their vibrant reds, oranges, and golds, creating one of the most dramatic seasonal displays in the landscape.
Strong Shade & Structure: Their sturdy branching and wide canopies provide cooling shade while adding architectural strength to your property.
Long-Term Landscape Value: Maples mature into impressive, high-impact trees that significantly enhance curb appeal and overall property value.

Why Choose Pro Growers of New England for Maple Trees?

Maple trees are planted for impact — vibrant fall color, strong branching structure, and long-term landscape presence. At Pro Growers of New England, our maples are grown locally and selected specifically for performance in New England soil and climate conditions.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

SKU:PGNE-21006

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Armstrong Maple

Armstrong Maple

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PGNE Report Card

Our Experience

Plant Facts

Customers Usually Ask

Will it screen my neighbor by itself?

Is it a good front-yard shade tree?

Does it handle damp soil?

Why Maple Trees Are a Landscape Essential

Why Choose Pro Growers of New England for Maple Trees?

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