Acer platanoides 'Globosum'
Globe Norway Maple
Description
Acer platanoides 'Globosum' is a deciduous tree that is slow growing. This tree has greenish-yellow flowers in the spring. The leaves look spectacular in the fall, unmatched by most. This tree is very adaptable and tolerates many soil and environmental conditions. Some adverse factors of this Acer are that the roots are conditions. Some of the adverse factors are that the roots are voracious and spreading, seeds are self-sowing and aphids can cause honeydew drip and sooty mold.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown
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, Basic
Adverse Factors
Invasive, Messy
Design Styles
Formal, Woodland
Accenting Features
Standard, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.