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Accession Number: 0002-0000
Common Name: Norway Maple
Latin Name: Acer platanoides
Family: Sapindaceae (Soapberry Family)
Native Range: Northeastern Europe to Caucasus
Height: 40–50 feet
Spread: 30–50 feet
Bloom Time: March to April
Bloom Description: Yellow, insignificant
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 to 7
Light Preference: Full sun to part shade
Water Needs: Medium
Notes: Tolerates drought and air pollution, good shade and street tree
Description: Native to Europe, this deciduous shade tree is popular in urban areas all across the U.S. Although the flowers are insignificant and the fall color is unremarkable, this resilient tree is very tolerant of heat, drought, a wide range of soils, and many pollutants. In addition, it’s dense, rounded, symmetrical form makes the Norway Maple a great street tree in towns and cities, as well as a lovely shade tree.
