Norway Maple Tree
Acer platanoides
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
#1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
#3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
#6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
#7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Norway Maple Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring

Growing Zones 3-7
If you've walked through the local park on a bright sunny summer day, there's a good chance the pathways and picnic tables have been under Norway Maple Trees (Acer platanoides). With strong branches and the classic Maple tree look, there are plenty of reasons to use a Norway in upcoming landscaping projects!
Native to Europe, the Norway Maple has made its way into the United States and become a staple. Early each spring, this tree blooms petite yellow flowers. The unique blooms give the tree a charming amount of character along with a lovely cream-colored tinge before the leaves even bud!
As the blooms come to an end, the tree is taken over by its luxurious deep green foliage that makes this symmetrical and outward branching crown a wonderfully shaped tree. As summer fades to fall, the leaves change into a remarkable yellow that adds a pop of color wherever it's planted. Have a drab fall garden? Not anymore with the Norway Maple!
Landscape Application:
Looking at this tree mid-summer, it is easy to imagine settling down and reading a book in the shade of the canopy for hours and hours. Cool your home and reduce bills during the summer with the careful placement of this tree to shade your home and outdoor living spaces! Set up a hammock or your backyard reading nook beneath the Norway Maples spreading limbs!
Norway's wide tolerance to many different soils and its large canopy of shade-giving leaves make Norway Maple perfect for big landscaping projects as well as street-side trees in urban areas. Plant a few along driveways for a tree line or by itself as a centerpiece to a yard with a picnic area underneath. Just give the Norway root system some wiggle room by planting yours at least 15 -20 feet away from pavement and your foundation.
- Fantastic Green Foliage In Classic Maple-Leaf Shape
- Lush Yellow Fall Color
- Petite Yellow Flowers In Spring
- Three Seasons of Interest
- Perfect for Urban Areas, Great Shade Tree & Reduce Cooling Bill
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Picking the perfect spot to plant this tree is easy! Norway appreciates full sun to partial shade along with a nice location with well-drained soil. Provide new trees with regular water access, but once established, these supremely durable trees are heat, drought, and pollutant tolerant! Mulch over the root system supports your tree's health and keeps it stress-free. If needed, prune when dormant but after the sap runs in the spring.
- Full Sun
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs - Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Prune Late Winter
- Heat & Pollution Tolerant
This extremely versatile tree is perfect for just about any gardening need. Not to mention three seasons of beautiful color! Don't wait, order one or more Norway Maple Trees today at NatureHills.com!