Maples

Species

• Sycamore - Acer psuedoplatanus
• Norway Maple - Acer Platanoides
  

Recommendations

Sycamore is a non-native forest tree extensively planted and naturalised throughout the County in woodlands, hedgerows and shelterbelts. As a tolerant fast growing tree producing quality timber Sycamore has commercial applications, and is a traditional field and shelter tree, particularly in the upland dales. As a potentially invasive species it should not be planted near semi-natural woodlands or other woodlands of a high conservation value. Consideration should be given to the use of alternative native species.

Norway Maple is occasionally planted as a timber tree and as an ornamental tree in urban situations. It is not recommended for wider planting in rural situations.