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Acer platanoides 'Globosum'

Globe Norway Maple

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: Connon Nursery,JJ Neilson

 

Description

Acer platanoides 'Globosum' is a deciduous tree that is slow growing. This tree has greenish-yellow flowers in the spring. The leaves look spectacular in the fall, unmatched by most. This tree is very adaptable and tolerates many soil and environmental conditions. Some adverse factors of this Acer are that the roots are conditions. Some of the adverse factors are that the roots are voracious and spreading, seeds are self-sowing and aphids can cause honeydew drip and sooty mold.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Messy

Design Styles

Formal, Woodland

Accenting Features

Standard, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Street Tree

Special Uses

Shade Tree, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.