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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

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

  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
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