Mature height
50 to 70 ft
Growth rate
Fast
Best time to prune
Late winter
Risk level
High
Watch for
Weak branches, surface roots, storm splitting
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Arborist notes
Silver maple grows fast but its wood is brittle. Large limbs often split in storms, so regular thinning and cabling help near houses.
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