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Acer platanoides
Also Known As
- Norway Maple
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 35'-50'
- W: 25'-50'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Acer platanoides plant details
Acer platanoides is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer platanoides
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: sapindaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 25 FT - 50 FT - wide, 35 FT - 50 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: potentially invasive
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer platanoides
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat, humidity and pollution
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Acer platanoides
By: Kenraiz
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Kenraiz
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Kenraiz
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Kenraiz
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Acer platanoides plant
How to Grow Acer platanoides
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- pollution tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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