Identifying a maple

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by tsom, Apr 23, 2009.

  1. tsom

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    I live in Baltimore, MD in a century-old corner townhome. The ground on the west side of the house is concrete-covered from house to curb... 18-feet width.

    One approximately 30-year-old maple exists there, in a 52"x 47" tree pit. It is ailing from nutrient and water deficiencies over the years. Three years ago I started tending it and it is responding, but likely won't recover to be vibrant and to yield a full canopy.

    I also want to make two more like-size tree pits and plant the same kind, or other very urban-tolerant maple in each. I have enough ground footage there to space each new tree pit 24-feet from the existing one in the center of the ground length. Though the city controls pit size and locations, tree type etc.

    I am also considering embedding in the sidewalk several 3 or 4-inch cast metal collars and locking caps, between the trees, in order to be able to provide water and nutrients to them other than only through the tree pits.

    I need help to identify the existing maple, in hopes of planting two more like it, or other hearty urban-tolerant ones similar to it. Can anyone help in identifying it, or in offering suggestions? Your efforts will be greatly appreciated.
    Tsom
     

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  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Norway maple.
     
  3. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Ditto to Norway Maple. Has a reputation as an invasive weed tree in your area, so maybe not the best to plant more of.
     
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    Ron & Michael... thanks. I just read the same "invasive tree" information on other sites. I'll certainly look for better Maple alternatives for the two I want to add for more shade and aesthetics.
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    More than a reputation, appalling infestations occur where there are thousands of them within a small area.
     

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