Norway maple (Acer platanoides) can be found everywhere in town and country. The native maple species is not picky about the general conditions. Nevertheless, when choosing the location, there are a few important aspects to consider so that the tree develops magnificently. You can find out what these are here.
The Norway maple thrives best in the sun
Norway maple is location-tolerant - with one exception
Norway maple demonstrates its large presence early in the year when it is in bloom. When other deciduous trees are still bare, Acer platanoides show off their yellowish panicle flowers. The high distribution density suggests that the beautiful tree thrives in any location. In fact, Norway maple proves to be quite tolerant, with one exception:
- Grows in all soil types except boggy, waterlogged peat soils with an acidic pH below 5
- Optimum in sunny to semi-shady locations with normal garden soil
The sunnier the location, the more colorful the autumn leaves are. The same is true of scenic subspecies and cultivars that boast colorful foliage throughout the gardening season, such as 'Crimson King' maple. In a location with little light, the leaves on Drummond's Norway Maple lose their creamy-white border and turn completely green.
Consider root growth when choosing a location
When choosing a location, the right distance to walls, terraces and neighboring plants is more important than the light and soil conditions. Norway maple spreads its roots flat and expansive. Please keep a distance of at least 300 cm from all kinds of obstacles.
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A Norway maple as a house tree is too oversized for the front yard. However, you do not have to do without the magnificent foliage and the spectacular autumn colors of an Acer platanoides at this location. Globe maple Globosum is the refined variant of Norway maple. The decorative tree remains at an average height of 450 cm and delights with a spherical crown.