Acer platanoides 'Emerald Queen'
Emerald Queen Norway Maple

Acer platanoides ′Emerald Queen′ - Tree Habit
 Family:
 Genus:
 Plant Type:
 Hardiness:
 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Flowers:
Green (Green-yellow flowers that are small and inconspicuous)
 Foliage:
Green (Dark green during summer months); Yellow (Brilliant yellow color during fall months)
 Fruit:
Green
 Ultimate Height:
40-50 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
35-45 feet
 Light Requirements:
 Soil:
Prefers well-drained, medium soils; tolerates a wide range of soils and urban soils
 Range:
Cultivated origin
 Diagnostic Characteristics:
Leaves are opposite, simple, dark green, 5-lobed, 4-8" in length, and 4-7" in width. Small green-yellow flowers bloom in March-April and are inconspicuous. Fall color is a brilliant yellow during fall months.
 Special Characteristics:
  • Drought Tolerant 277
  • Pollution Tolerant 217
  • Fall Color 214
  • Fast Growth Rate 228
  • Shade Tree 172
  • Street Tree 130

    • Additional Information

    This cultivar has ascending branches and an oval habit. Best selection of Norway Maples for urban sites. Fast growth rate and shallow root system. Brilliant yellow in the fall.

    When Acer platanoides 'Emerald Queen' has been observed flowering or fruiting at Purdue University

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    1 Acer platanoides 'Emerald Queen' found

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