Acer platanoides 'Globosum' - STEM 250 CM, GIRTH 16-18 CM CONT

Description
The Norway maple 'Globosum' (Acer platanoides) is a spherical small tree that produces greenish-yellow flowers. They appear in April. The Norway maple 'Globosum' also has light green leaves. Its bark is dark grey. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of around 6 metres and grows to around 6 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* attractive golden yellow autumn colouring * resistant to urban climates, tolerant of flooding, can be built over, trunk protection recommended

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Norway maple 'Globosum's are light green. They are about 15 - 20 cm tall. Norway maple 'Globosum' turns a bright golden yellow in autumn.

Bark
Dark grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Belgium.

Frost hardiness
The Norway maple 'Globosum' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Spherical.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
No pruning is necessary for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from March to May - Watering: In the period from May to October - Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The greenish-yellow flowers appear in April.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub

Root
Acer platanoides 'Globosum' is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.