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4-H Horticulture Judging Contest

Beth Hinshaw
Extension Speclaist, SE
4-H Youth Development
K-State Research & Extension

620-496-8206

bhinshaw@ksu.edu

Maple

Scientific Name: Acer sp.

Category: Ornamentals

Description:
The genus Acer includes everything from small, ornamental trees to large shade trees. The leaves are opposite and usually simple, with three lobes. The fruits are winged samaras sometimes referred to as "helicopters".

 Maple foliage fall color

Maple foliage fall color

 Maple in flower

Maple in flower

 Red Maple flower buds

Red Maple flower buds

 Maple seeds (samaras)

Maple seeds (samaras)

Maple foliage (fall color)

Maple foliage (fall color)

Maple foliage with samaras

Maple foliage with samaras