Acer Platanoides 'Olmstead'

Species	:	Acer Platanoides Olmstead
Common Name(s)	:	Maple,Norway Maple
Tree Features	:	Large Leaves
Genus	:	Acer
Shape	:	Narrow
Mature Size	:	Medium to Large (15-20m)
Soil Type	:	Chalk Soil,Clay Soil
Tree Type	:	Deciduous Broad Leaf
Tolerances	:	Drought-resistant,Pollution resistant
Tree uses	:	Urban Sites

This cultivar is similar to Acer platanoides Columnare in having a columnar habit.

A good choice as a street tree and where space is restricted.

It does well on most soil types, tolerates air pollution and resists drought.

Generally at maturity its height is twice its breadth making this a popular urban tree requiring little maintenance.

Mature height: 15-20m

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