Plant Habit: | Tree |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8b |
Plant Height: | 40-60 feet |
Plant Spread: | 25-45 feet |
Leaves: | Good fall color Deciduous Broadleaf Other: Green Mountain has a broad pyramidal form. It is noted for its (1) rapid growth rate, (2) straight central trunk branching to a narrow ovate head, (3) thickened and strong crotches, (4) thick deep green foliage and (5) resistance to leaf hoppers |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Flower Color: | Green Other: Pale yellowish-green |
Flower Time: | Other: April (before the leaves emerge) |
Suitable Locations: | Street Tree |
Uses: | Shade Tree |
Propagation: Seeds: | Will not come true from seed |
Pollinators: | Various insects |
Containers: | Not suitable for containers |
Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: USPP 2,339 (Expired) Goes Dormant |
Awards and Recognitions: | Other: 2008 Great Plant Picks Award Winner |