{"id":24751,"date":"2024-01-25T08:06:47","date_gmt":"2024-01-25T01:06:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/?p=24751"},"modified":"2025-05-05T20:11:10","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T13:11:10","slug":"acer-negundo-boxelder-maple","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/acer-negundo-boxelder-maple\/","title":{"rendered":"Plant FAQs: Acer Negundo &#8211; Boxelder Maple"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3V82bEK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1640\" height=\"810\" src=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Boxelder-Maple.webp\" alt=\"Boxelder Maple\" class=\"wp-image-26288\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Boxelder-Maple.webp 1640w, https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Boxelder-Maple-300x148.webp 300w, https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Boxelder-Maple-1024x506.webp 1024w, https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Boxelder-Maple-768x379.webp 768w, https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Boxelder-Maple-1536x759.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1640px) 100vw, 1640px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Garden Answer: Acer Negundo \u2013 Boxelder Maple\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-WWJtRCgNIs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Acer Negundo: A Fast-Growing But Short-Lived Maple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hi, I&#8217;m Ferb Vu, and I&#8217;m here to answer your questions about the Acer Negundo, also known as the boxelder maple, Manitoba maple, or ash-leaved maple. This fast-growing tree is a familiar sight in many parts of North America, but it has its own unique set of characteristics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse\"> <a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/plant-faqs-maple-tree\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"31071\">168 Species in Genus Acer \u2013 Maple Tree<\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is an Acer Negundo?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Acer Negundo is a deciduous tree native to North America. It&#8217;s known for its rapid growth, reaching heights of 35-80 feet with a trunk diameter of up to 20 inches. Unlike other maples, the Acer Negundo has opposite, pinnately compound leaves, resembling ash leaves with 3-7 leaflets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it provides quick shade, the Acer Negundo is considered short-lived compared to other maples, with a lifespan of around 30-50 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boxelder Maple vs Poison Ivy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve had Boxelder Maples in my yard, and their vibrant fall colors are stunning, but dealing with <a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/poison-ivy\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"23159\">Poison Ivy<\/a>, which I had a run-in with once, was an absolute nightmare because the rash took weeks to clear up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Care for an Acer Negundo?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Acer Negundo is a relatively low-maintenance tree. Here&#8217;s what you need to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Light:<\/strong> This tree thrives in full sun or part shade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soil:<\/strong> Adaptable to most soil types, it prefers moist, well-drained soil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Watering:<\/strong> Regular watering is needed, especially during the first few years after planting. Once established, it&#8217;s moderately drought tolerant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fertilizing:<\/strong> Fertilize young trees in early spring with a balanced <a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/fertilizer-faqs\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"30811\">fertilizer<\/a>. Mature trees typically don&#8217;t require additional feeding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pruning:<\/strong> Prune young trees to develop a strong structure. Prune mature trees for size control, removing dead or diseased branches in late winter or early spring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important Note:<\/strong> Acer Negundo is a prolific suckering tree, meaning it sends up shoots from its roots. Be prepared to remove suckers regularly to prevent them from taking over your landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Propagate Acer Negundo?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Acer Negundo can be propagated through several methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Seeds:<\/strong> Seeds can be collected in fall and sown directly outdoors in a cold frame or stratified (exposed to cold temperatures) before spring planting. Germination can be slow and erratic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Softwood Cuttings:<\/strong> Take softwood cuttings in early summer. Treat the cut ends with rooting hormone and plant them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until roots develop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Root Suckers:<\/strong> Separate root suckers from the parent tree using a sharp shovel. Plant the suckers immediately in their permanent location.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Remember:<\/strong> Propagating from seed may result in trees with less desirable characteristics like weak branching or heavy suckering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Plant with Acer Negundo?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to its fast growth and potential for suckering, Acer Negundo isn&#8217;t ideal for planting close to other trees or shrubs. However, it can be a good choice for providing quick shade in a large open area. Here are some compatible planting options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/plant-faqs-grass\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"26950\">Grasses<\/a>:<\/strong> Ornamental grasses like switchgrass or maiden grass can add textural contrast and fill in the space beneath the tree.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perennials:<\/strong> Shade-tolerant perennials like <a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/hosta-varieties\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14713\">hostas<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/genus-of-fern\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14698\">ferns<\/a>, or <a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/plant-faqs-columbine-flower\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"39151\">columbine<\/a> can create a low-maintenance underplanting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spring Bulbs:<\/strong> Plant spring-blooming bulbs like <a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/plant-faqs-daffodil\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"31058\">daffodils<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/plant-faqs-tulip\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"30468\">tulips<\/a> for a burst of color before the tree leafs out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important Note:<\/strong> Consider the mature size of the Acer Negundo when choosing companion plants. Ensure you plant shade-loving options that won&#8217;t be crowded out by the tree&#8217;s canopy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Problems with Acer Negundo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While a fast grower, the Acer Negundo has some drawbacks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brittle Wood:<\/strong> The wood is weak and prone to breaking in storms or high winds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Suckering:<\/strong> As mentioned earlier, this tree produces prolific root suckers that can quickly take over a garden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pests and Diseases:<\/strong> The Acer Negundo is susceptible to various insects like aphids, scales, and borers, as well as fungal diseases like boxelder bug wilt and verticillium wilt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Acer Negundo is a fast-growing tree with interesting foliage. However, its short lifespan, weak wood, and suckering habit make it a less desirable choice for some landscapes. Consider these factors before planting an Acer Negundo and choose the right companion plants to create a balanced and visually appealing space.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Acer Negundo: A Fast-Growing But Short-Lived Maple Hi, I&#8217;m Ferb Vu, and I&#8217;m here to answer your questions about the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":24752,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[51],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-24751","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-plant-101"],"translation":{"provider":"WPGlobus","version":"3.0.2","language":"vi","enabled_languages":["en","vi"],"languages":{"en":{"title":true,"content":true,"excerpt":false},"vi":{"title":false,"content":false,"excerpt":false}}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24751","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24751"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24751\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":75253,"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24751\/revisions\/75253"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24752"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24751"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24751"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/monsteraholic.com\/vi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24751"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}