Pacific Maple
Acer macrophyllum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
240"–600" H × 240"–480" W
Bloom
Apr, May
Native to
CA, OR, WA
Pollinators
bees
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Pacific maple is a large, graceful native tree with broad leaves that turn golden yellow in fall. It produces drooping clusters of small greenish-yellow flowers in spring before the leaves emerge. This majestic tree is well-suited for spacious landscapes where it can reach its full size.
In an HOA neighborhood
Pacific Maple is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, street edge, mid zone.
- Requires significant space due to large mature size
- Leaf drop in fall requires seasonal cleanup
Wildlife value
The spring flowers attract bees and other pollinators with nectar and pollen. Seeds provide food for birds and small mammals, while the large canopy offers nesting sites and shelter.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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