Key features
AwardsRHS Award of Garden Merit
Final size10 x 6 metres in 20 years
FoliageLobed leaves with autumn colour (deciduous)
Eco benefitsGood for pollinators, high carbon storage
PositionFull sun to part shade
SoilMost soils except extremes
Description
A robust ornamental tree, Acer platanoides will grow into a large specimen with architectural presence. Large lobed green foliage emerges yellow-green and turns good orange and yellow colours in the Autumn.
This Norway Maple is low maintenance and can tolerate most soil types, pollution, exposure to wind and some drought once established. With an expected height and spread of 10 x 6 meters in 20 years, Acer platanoides also makes a good environmental choice for carbon storing.
AKA Norway Maple, Planed-leaved Maple
Planting Steps
1Preparation
- Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
- Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
- Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
- To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.
2Planting
- Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
- Ensure the top of the plant’s compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
- Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
- Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.
3Last Steps
- Water generously around the base of the plant.
- If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.
Aftercare Advice
Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.
For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.
