$50-175avg. price
Tree💧 Drought Tolerant
Norway Maple
Acer platanoides
Norway Maple is an incredibly tough shade tree that handles urban conditions, compacted soil, drought, and pollution where most trees fail. 'Crimson King' has deep burgundy-purple leaves all season — one of the most dramatic colored shade trees. Dense canopy provides heavy shade. Note: considered invasive in some northeastern regions — check local regulations.
Hardiness Zones
3-7
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Maintenance
Low
Mature Size
40-60 ft H × 35-50 ft W
Growth Rate
Moderate
Bloom Season
Spring (yellow-green clusters)
Bloom Color
Yellow fall foliage; 'Crimson King' has purple leaves
Care Guide
Plant in full sun for best foliage color. Extremely adaptable to poor soil. Minimal care once established. Dense shade under canopy makes growing grass difficult. Check invasiveness regulations in your state before planting. 'Crimson King' and 'Deborah' are popular cultivars.
Landscape Uses
Shade treeStreet treeUrban plantingsColor accent (purple cultivars)Large properties
Best Growing Regions
northeastmidwestmountain
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