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Norway Maple - Acer platanoides
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Norway Maple - Acer platanoides
A commanding deciduous shade tree with a broad, architectural canopy and vivid autumn colour. Acer platanoides delivers immediate structural presence and seasonal drama, the mark of a considered, high-calibre landscape.
Why Norway Maple
Broad canopy structure: A wide, rounded form that provides generous, defined shade across large open areas.
Vivid autumn display: Foliage transitions to rich yellows and gold, delivering a signature seasonal statement.
Urban resilience: Tolerates a wide range of soils and performs reliably in demanding built environments.
Refined uniformity: Consistent form and growth habit make it ideal for repetition in formal and avenue plantings.
Proven at scale: A staple of estate, civic, and prestige commercial landscapes worldwide.
Ideal Applications
Avenue and boulevard planting: Delivers bold, uniform lines along driveways, entries, and streetscapes.
Large-scale shade canopy: Suited to cooling expansive open areas on residential estates and commercial properties.
Formal feature planting: A strong structural anchor in wide, open landscapes with room for full canopy expression.
Parks and civic projects: Trusted by landscape architects for large-scale public and private installations.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 8–12m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring (during dormancy)
Soil & Drainage: Adaptable to a wide range of soils including clay, loam and sandy soils; tolerates compacted, alkaline and poorly drained conditions but prefers moist, well-drained soil
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two to three years until the tree is well established, particularly during dry periods. Apply a layer of mulch 75–100mm deep around the root zone, keeping it clear of the trunk, to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Plant Details
Height: 15–25m
Width: 10–15m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Europe and western Asia
Flower Colour: Yellow-green
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
