Newton Sentry Sugar Maple - Acer saccharum 'Newton Sentry' Interesting and Unusual The blooms of this species

The blooms of this species (along with all native willows) are especially important as an early source of nectar for bees

mounded stems and rich dark green foliage shine in borders or massed plantings

blooming sporadically throughout the summer and maintaining a nearly evergreen presence

but rewards the gardener with a second round in late summer/early fall

especially butterflies

Newton Sentry Sugar Maple - Acer saccharum 'Newton Sentry' Interesting and Unusual The blooms of this speciesFirst introduced in 1885, Newton Sentry is a veteran, striking selection of our native sugar maple noted for its extremely narrow and upright form. This tree grows slowly to a height of nearly 50 feet with a spread of only 10 15 feet, making it an excellent choice for narrow spaces or as a vertical accent in the landscape. Its rich green foliage turns vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall, providing the spectacular autumn color that