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  • ACER platanoides
    ACER platanoides
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    ACER platanoides

    Commonly known as Norway maple

    Leaves turn clear yellow in autumn
     
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    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects.
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, mites, scale insects, caterpillars, Verticillium wilt, leaf scorch, honey fungus.
    • Place of origin
      Europe
    • Deciduous
      Large, broadly ovate, dark green leaves 8-15cm (3-6in) long, each with 3-5 lobes, ending in slender, pointed teeth.
    • Yellow
    • Coastal / windswept
      Slightly back from the sea
    • Fully hardy
    • Lobed
    • Ovate
    • Height
      25m (80ft)
    • Spread
      15m (50ft)
    • Tree
      Vigorous, spreading tree. Produces small but conspicuous, upright corymbs of flowers in spring followed by brown winged fruits.
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Hardy - very cold winter
      Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Alkaline / Chalk loving
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • Rounded to broadly spreading
    • Bee friendly
    • Mature Size
      25m (80ft)
      tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        15m (50ft)
       
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    Varieties

    ACER platanoides 'Crimson King'
    Norway maple
    Purple Norway maple, wind tolerant
     
    Whip
    £35.00
    Available late spring to early summer 2026
    Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
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    H/Std
    £80.00

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    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
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    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
    A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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