It is also preferred for its late growth in the spring. This is the most preferred tree for making maple syrup, not surprisingly for its high sugar content. In the meantime, see below for an introduction to the four most common syrup-making maples. It should include colored pictures of the trees’ leaves, bark, fruit, and twigs/buds. To identify which species of maple trees you have, even in the winter, we suggest you find a reputable source. So when tapping season (usually mid-February through mid-March) comes around, you are prepared. We suggest you make a map of your property in the summer, when trees are most easily identified. The four types of maple trees commonly used for syrup production in North America are the Sugar, Black, Red, and Silver Maples. And you can tap giant maple trees with over a 27-inch diameter three times.
But you can put two taps on trees with a 21- to 27-inch diameter. You cannot put more than one tap on maple trees with a 12- to 20-inch diameter. Make sure it’s a healthy tree, free of disease or damage. To get started, you will need at least one mature maple that is 12 inches in diameter or more. Have you ever asked yourself, “I wonder if I could use these to make maple syrup?” Good news, you probably can! Below is a list of maple tree species that you can tap from Blain’s Farm & Fleet.
Look at the maple trees in your backyard. Discover the best tree species to tap for maple syrup.