Columnar Norway Maple

Acer platanoides

A narrow, upright form of Norway maple with dense foliage and a tight columnar habit; tough and urban-tolerant. Note Norway maple is invasive in some regions.

Sun
full sun to part shade
Water
moderate
Mature size
35-45 ft × 15-20 ft
Bloom
Inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers in early spring.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 4–7

Care guide

Quick ID

Narrow upright Norway maple (*Acer platanoides*). Dense foliage, tight columnar habit.

Sun & Site

Full sun to part shade; very adaptable, tolerates clay and urban sites.

Pruning & Shaping

Prune in summer — Norway maples bleed sap heavily if cut in late winter or early spring. Remove dead/crossing wood.