The American Sycamore, Weeping Willow, Lombardy Poplar, and Silver Maple can all grow over 5 feet in a single year. The Tulip Poplar and the Autumn Blaze Maple average 3 to 5 feet in a single year. The Northern Red Oak, October Glory Maple, River Birch, Red Sunset Maple, and Shumard Oak can grow about 3 feet per year.