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MONUMENTALE COLUMNAR SUGAR MAPLE
Acer saccharum
'Monumentale'
AKA: Temple's Upright Columnar Sugar Maple
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Root Pouch 5 gallon
(SKU: 20069)
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List Price $185.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 3-8 · Mature Height: 25-30 Feet · Mature Spread: 2-3 Feet
Meet the Sugar Maple that skipped leg day and went straight for sky-high elegance—Monumentale Columnar Sugar Maple, a narrow marvel also known as Temple's Upright Columnar Sugar Maple. This rare, statuesque cultivar redefines vertical interest in the garden, shooting straight up like a living exclamation point. At maturity, it can tower up to 30 feet tall while barely tipping the scale at 2 to 3 feet wide. It's a dream come true for narrow spaces, small urban yards, or modern landscapes where height is prized but sprawl is not.
Despite its slim silhouette, Monumentale Columnar Sugar Maple makes a bold visual statement—especially in fall. As cooler weather sets in, the dense green foliage ignites into a brilliant column of orange, gold, and red, drawing the eye upward like a flickering flame. Whether standing solo as a sculptural focal point or lined up in tight alleys for architectural drama, this Sugar Maple cultivar delivers high-impact color and structure in places most trees simply won't fit.
And let's not forget—this is a true Sugar Maple, meaning you get all the hardiness, resilience, and seasonal color the species is famous for, with a uniquely upright twist. It performs best in full sun to part shade, and ages gracefully with minimal fuss. If you've got limited real estate and big design dreams, Monumentale Columnar Sugar Maple is your vertical ticket to a legendary landscape.
Family: Sapindaceae / Aceraceae · Common Name: Maple
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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MONUMENTALE COLUMNAR SUGAR MAPLE Plant Characteristics
Bark Color*
| • | Gray |
Bark Type*
| • | Smooth |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - High Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - High Resistance |
Fruit Type*
| • | Non-Edible Fruit |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Burgundy/Crimson/Maroon |
| • | Light Yellow/Brilliant Yellow |
| • | Orange/Brilliant Orange |
| • | Red/Brilliant Red |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Plant Type*
| • | Tree |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Moist |
| • | Tolerates Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Graft |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Uses*
| • | Accent Plant |
| • | Landscape Specimen |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Provides Shade |
| • | Sound Barrier |
| • | Wind/Dust Break |
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MONUMENTALE COLUMNAR SUGAR MAPLE Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Prefers rich, well-drained loam.
- Tolerates a wide range of soils, including average garden conditions.
- Slightly acidic to neutral pH preferred.
- Sun Exposure:
- Full sun to partial shade.
- Best fall color achieved in full sun.
- Protect young trees from intense heat in southern zones.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Requires regular watering, especially in early years.
- Even moisture preferred; avoid waterlogged conditions.
- Mulch to help conserve soil moisture.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Feed annually in early spring with a balanced tree fertilizer.
- Avoid over-fertilizing, which can lead to excessive top growth.
- Organic compost in fall can help support root health.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Minimal pruning required—maintains natural columnar shape.
- Remove dead, damaged, or inward-growing branches in late winter.
- Stake young trees if exposed to high winds due to narrow form.
Interesting Notes About MONUMENTALE COLUMNAR SUGAR MAPLE
- Nature's Ruler: With its ultra-narrow form, 'Monumentale' grows up to 30 feet tall but often stays just 2–3 feet wide—making it one of the skinniest Sugar Maples out there.
- Flame On in Fall: Come autumn, this slim pillar of green transforms into a vertical blaze of orange, gold, and crimson—perfect for making bold seasonal statements in tight spaces.
- Temple's Tribute: Also known as Temple's Upright, this cultivar traces its name back to the famed Temple Nursery, known for introducing extraordinary vertical forms to the garden world.
- The Skinny Legend: Its form is so columnar that passersby often stop to point and exclaim—one nursery described it as a "living exclamation point" in the landscape.
- Classic Maple DNA: Despite its unique shape, this is a true Acer saccharum, sharing the same DNA as traditional Sugar Maples—which means excellent hardiness, longevity, and fall color.
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