Five-lobed leaves that often turn orange or red in autumn.
How to recognize it
Five-lobed leaves that often turn orange or red in autumn.
Where you may find it in Ontario
Well-drained sites with space for a broad crown. Local occurrence depends on habitat, region and season.
Food and ecological role
Photosynthesis; seeds support wildlife. Every species is part of a larger food web involving plants, insects, birds and mammals.
When to look
Year-round.
Make your backyard more welcoming
Allow room for mature roots and canopy; mulch without burying trunk.
Identification and safety
Use several features, not a single colour or silhouette, to confirm identification. Observe wildlife from a respectful distance; do not handle or feed wild animals. For species-specific photographs and further details, see the reference below.
Further reading: Species identification / reference. Also see Ontario backyard resources.