Maple, Norway

Acer platanoides

Category: Uncategorized

Size (HxW): 35’ x 25’

Growth Habit: Upright, Rounded

Planting Location: Cozy

Zone: 3b

Hardiest source coming out of North Dakota
Beautiful shades of yellow and orange fall colour
Requires a wind sheltered spot
Helicopter seeds develop in spring and drop in mid-June
Fast Growth Rate: 14-18”/year
Individual Spacing: 25’
Root Spacing: plant at least 25’ from a buildings
No currently known disease/pest concerns
Life expectancy: 60-80 years

Plant Care:

- Needs a sheltered location with north & west wind protection - Prune in spring after foliage emerges to prevent sap bleeding - Drought tolerant once established; does not like soggy soil - Does not do well in heavy clay or high alkalinity - Requires stem protection when young (tree wrap)