Acer platanoides
Norway maple
Common names: Norway maple tree
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Description
The Norway maple is a native large tree that is often planted in small gardens as a young ornamental tree or along the garden edge, and it requires a lot of space as it ages. Even before leaf‑out in April, it displays yellow‑green flower spikes, one of the earliest bee attractions of the garden year. Its five‑lobed, pointed leaves give it its name and provide a bright golden‑yellow color in autumn. Botanically, the species is Acer platanoides; in the garden you can simply refer to it as the Norway maple. When planting, ensure sufficient distance from paths and neighboring properties, as the crown becomes broad and dense.
Care instructions
The Norway maple prefers a sunny to partially shaded location with deep, fresh soil and tolerates short dry periods after establishment. During the first two to three years, regular watering during dry spells helps, after which the tree largely sustains itself through its deep root system. Prune only when necessary in late summer or winter to shape and control height, as it bleeds heavily in spring after cutting. Remove dead or diseased branches promptly to prevent decay from spreading. A mulch layer of leaf or bark mulch around the root zone keeps the soil moist and suppresses competing vegetation.
Soil & site
Soil pH
Soil type
well-drained, loamy, nutrient-rich, lime-loving
Feeding
Light feeder
Pruning
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