Acer platanoides
Norway Maple
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
12 - 15m
Width:
11 - 15m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade Full Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
High
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Tolerant
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Tolerant
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Verticillium wilt can be an issue, which can cause branch/ limb death and severe cases can cause tree mortality.
Management Notes
- Known to naturalize or become invasive in certain regions
- Surface roots may heave sidewalks
- Prone to girdling roots
- Shallow roots and dense canopy pose challenges for growing grass underneath