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Norway Maple vs Big Leaf Maple
Acer platanoides
Acer macrophyllum
ONLY AVAILABLE BY CONTRACT GROW
ONLY AVAILABLE BY CONTRACT GROW
Norway Maple is a tolerant and adaptable shade tree. This is probably why it is the most popularly planted boulevard tree in North America.
Note: Norway Maple will sucker with age. It's also not a good idea to plant it under power lines.
Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Norway Maple seeds at SeedTime.ca.
Big Leaf Maple has a broad, rounded crown and the largest leaves of all the maples. The pleasant shape and large leaves make this maple a striking and attractive tree. In autumn, the leaves turn vibrant shades of gold and orange.
Big Leaf Maple is a soil building species, meaning that it improves the soil conditions where it grows.