Ironwood Tree vs Prairie Splendor Norway Maple - TreeTime.ca

Ironwood Tree vs Prairie Splendor Norway Maple

Ostrya virginiana

Acer platanoides Prairie Splendor

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Ironwood Tree
Prairie Splendor Norway Maple

Ironwood Tree is one of the strongest and most resilient trees you will find in North America. In fact, it has the hardest and most dense wood of any North American tree. Prized for its oval shaped canopy and showy winter trunk, this striking shade tree will make a beautiful addition to any yard. Make sure you do not plant near roads as it is highly salt sensitive.

Prairie Splendor Norway Maple has stunning burgundy to purple foliage in every season. It is an attractive, ornamental shade tree. Bright yellow flowers form along the branches in early spring before the leaves,

It is relatively cold-hardy, but may need some protection to thrive in colder climates. With its large oval shape and dense foliage, the Prairie Splendor Norway Maple will make a great addition to your yard and provide shade once mature.

Ironwood Tree Quick Facts

Prairie Splendor Norway Maple Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3b
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Light: any
Light: full sun
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none


Foliage: burgandy to purple
Fall colour: burgandy to purple
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


Native to: ON, QC, NS, NB, PE