Norway Maple Tree 80/100cm (2L)
Acer platanoides
£22.49
The Norway Maple is straightforward to care for and thrives in most soil types, provided the ground is not waterlogged. Plant in a spot with good light, though it will also manage in part shade. Water young trees regularly until they are established, then only during dry spells. It doesn’t need much feeding or pruning, just remove any dead or damaged branches as needed. Once established, it copes well with wind and city air.
- ✓ Hardy Norway Maple - Acer platanoides - adds vibrant yellow autumn colour and dense summer shade, making it ideal for creating privacy or a focal point in gardens.
- ✓ Adaptable tree suits most soils, tolerates urban pollution, and grows well in both sun and partial shade, requiring minimal maintenance once established.
- ✓ Produces cheerful yellow-green spring flowers before leaves unfurl, attracting pollinators and adding seasonal interest to your outdoor space.
- ✓ Robust and resilient, this maple can reach impressive heights but responds well to pruning for size control; long-lived and dependable for generations.
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
- ✓ 🇬🇧 Grown here in the UK, nurtured in our local soil and climate to be healthy and strong.
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The Norway Maple – Acer platanoides – is a striking addition to any garden, delivering vibrant colour and reliable shade throughout the year. This tree boasts a broad, rounded crown and lush green leaves that transform into brilliant yellows and oranges come autumn. Its large, deeply lobed leaves form a dense canopy, making it an excellent choice for adding privacy or creating a focal point in your garden. The Norway Maple suits a range of garden sizes, from larger spaces to generous borders in smaller plots. It grows at a steady rate, eventually reaching an impressive height, but it can also be pruned to fit your preferred size and shape.
Spring brings small yellow-green flowers that appear before the leaves, adding early interest and attracting pollinators. These flowers are followed by distinctive winged seeds that spin as they fall, much to the delight of children and wildlife alike. The tree is hardy and can thrive even in urban areas, coping well with pollution and a variety of soil types. Its resilience makes it a good choice for gardeners who want a tree that asks for little but gives back plenty.
The Norway Maple has its roots in Europe and western Asia. It became popular in gardens during the 18th and 19th centuries, valued for its fast growth and bold presence. Today, it’s celebrated for its adaptability and the welcome splash of colour it brings as the seasons change.
If you’re looking for a tree that delivers strong visual impact with minimal effort, the Norway Maple is a solid choice. It performs well in full sun or partial shade and is rarely troubled by pests or diseases. Its robust nature means it will flourish in most conditions, bringing structure and beauty to your outdoor space year after year. With its long lifespan, this tree can become a cherished part of your garden for generations.
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
Wider than 8 metres
Please note: Decorative pots shown are for display purposes only. Your tree will be supplied in a standard plastic nursery pot shown in the other pictures.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Sunlight
Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Pot Size
2 litre
Foliage
Deciduous
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-20°C and below (H7)
When MatureSafety
Pollen Allergies
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Alkaline
Great for wildlife Trees RHS Award of Garden Merit RHS Plants for Pollinators UK Grown Trees
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
| Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £1.32 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £10.74 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £5.99 (Flat) | |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £11.94 (Flat) | This item |
| Large Items - Pallet Courier | £114.00 (Flat) | |
| Large Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £25.14 (Flat) | |
| Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £114.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
You can view our Plant Healthy report here.
We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.
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