Apollo Sugar Maple

Apollo Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum 'Barrett Cole') Apollo Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum 'Barrett Cole') is a compact, columnar cultivar of the native sugar maple, selected for its upright form and brilliant fall color. This narrow-growing selection of Acer saccharum is ideal for spaces where a traditional sugar maple might outgrow its welcome. Despite its reduced footprint, Apollo maintains the refined foliage, rich autumn hues, and longevity that define the species, making it a practical and attractive option for smaller urban and residential landscapes. Distinctive Features 'Barrett Cole' matures to about 30 to 35 feet tall and only 10 to 12 feet wide, forming a tight, vertical silhouette. Its classic sugar maple leaves are dark green and deeply lobed, turning vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red in fall. The dense, upright branching structure holds its shape with minimal pruning, making it especially useful in narrow spaces such as parkways, courtyards, or along driveways. Its ru