The silver maple tree (Acer saccharinum) is one of the most common trees in North America. It generally grows 50 to 80 feet tall, though a 10-year-old sapling will stand approximately 25 feet tall.

Watch the incredible transformation of a maple tree as it grows from seed to sapling in this 138-day time-lapse. Starting with the collection of samaras, the process covers seed preparation, ...

Q: Earlier this summer, I picked up some maple seeds in the park and planted them in wooden boxes. Now I have little saplings. Winter will be approaching soon, and I'm not quite sure what to do with ...