Maple, Columnar Norway

The Columnar Norway maple (Acer platanoides 'Columnare') is a deciduous tree that is commonly used as a shade tree and as an ornamental tree in landscapes. It is a cultivar of the Norway maple and can grow up to 40 to 50 feet (12 to 15 meters) tall and only 10 to 15 feet (3 to 4.5 meters) wide.

The tree has a narrow, columnar shape with a single, dominant leader and strong, upright branches that are resistant to storm damage. The leaves are medium green in the summer, turning yellow in the fall before dropping. The Columnar Norway maple produces small, yellow flowers in early spring that are not showy. The tree's bark is gray and smooth when young, but becomes darker and more furrowed as it ages.

The Columnar Norway maple is known for its unique columnar shape, which makes it a great choice for narrow planting areas. It is also relatively tolerant of urban conditions, such as air pollution and compacted soil.