Acer platanoides
Norway Maple
Description
This large, deciduous maple has leaves that are 5 lobed, 3-5" wide, and deep green in color. In the fall season, the foliage turns to yellow. The tree has a broad crown, and is adaptable to a variety of soil and climatic conditions.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Park, Parking Lot, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.