Norway maple and Sycamore maple are often considered for the same spot in the garden (shade, specimen, pollinator friendly). The data below shows where they differ: size, hardiness, care, toxicity and price.
Acer platanoides 8 m × 6 m after 10 years
A large native shade tree with a dense, rounded crown that flowers yellowish green and honey-scented before the leaves open and turns golden yellow in…
Acer pseudoplatanus 8 m × 5 m after 10 years
Sycamore maple is a huge, fast-growing shade tree with a dense crown that is happiest in a cooler, more humid spot with fresh soil, and its spring…
Norway maple tolerates drought better than Sycamore maple.
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Feature
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Norway maple
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Sycamore maple
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| Group | Large tree | Large tree |
| Size after 10 years | 8 m × 6 m | 8 m × 5 m |
| Ultimate size | 12–30 m × 9–20 m | 20–35 m × 12–25 m |
| Growth rate | Fast | Fast |
| Light | Full sun, Part shade | Full sun, Part shade |
| Soil | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic |
| Hardiness | down to -34 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7) | down to -34 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7) |
| Foliage | Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Flowering | April–May, yellow, green | April–June, green, yellow |
| Water need | Medium | Medium |
| Drought tolerance | Medium | Low |
| Maintenance | Medium | Medium |
| Planting distance | 1000 cm | 1000 cm |
| Typical price | approx. HUF 36,000 | approx. HUF 34,000 |
Prices are rounded, indicative values. Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor. Data updated: October 13, 2026
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