Acer negundo

Boxelder

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Fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America. Known for ash-like compound leaves and yellow-green catkins in spring. Hardy but invasive in some regions.
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Plant Details

Common Name Boxelder
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Acer
Species Negundo
Origin North America
Blooming Spring, small yellow-green flowers
Leaf Color Green turning yellow in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Adaptable loamy soil, tolerates various pH levels and moisture conditions

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Watering

Moderate watering, drought tolerant once established. Reduce significantly during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Thrives in full sun, tolerates partial shade, requires light for vigorous growth

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins

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Pruning

Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Boxelder Bug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-13° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 100000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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