#49
Accession Number: 0049-0000
Common Name: ‘Crimson King’ Norway Maple
Latin Name: Acer platanoides ‘Crimson King’
Family: Sapindaceae (Soapberry Family)
Native Range: ‘Crimson King’ is a selected cultivar, but the species is native to Europe
Height: 30–40 feet
Spread: 20–40 feet
Bloom Time: March to April
Bloom Description: Maroon-streaked yellow, insignificant
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3
Light Preference: Full sun to part shade
Water Needs: Medium
Notes: Works well as a shade tree, a street tree; tolerates drought, air pollution
Description: Native to Europe, Norway Maples are popular shade trees in urban areas all across the US. Though all are generally of unremarkable fall color, ‘Crimson King’ is a cultivar with rich, maroon leaves that retain their color throughout the summer. This resilient tree is very tolerant of heat, drought, a wide range of soils, and many pollutants. It’s dense, rounded, symmetrical form makes the Norway Maple a great street tree, as well as a lovely shade tree. Insignificant yellowish flowers clusters in spring give way to purple samaras (“propeller” fruits).
