Native to North America, sugar maple trees are best planted in early fall. They'll grow slowly but steadily, adding around 24 inches a year and reaching maturity after 30 to 40 years. They grow to 60-70' tall and are excellent shade trees. In autum their leaves will turn red, orange, and yellow in a brilliant display. Thier lumber is valuable in the woodworking industry because of its hardness and unique grain pattern. The trees can also be tapped in winter to make maple syrup.