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  • n  maple of eastern and central North America having three-lobed to five-lobed leaves and hard close-grained wood much used for cabinet work especially the curly-grained form; sap is chief source of maple syrup and maple sugar; many subspecies
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  • Plant of the month:
    What tree is more spectacular in the autumn than the sugar maple (Acer saccharum)? The vibrance and variety of color sets this tree apart, with its display of yellow, orange and red in the fall. Plus, when mature, it shares its sweet sap.Plant in large yards in full sun with well-draining soil. Know...
    Oct. 11, 2013 - Lancaster Online

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