Norway Maple: A Sneaky Fan Favorite

There are a lot of different places in the world where you've possibly seen a Norway Maple.  It's a tree capable of spreading itself far and wide even it's home territory.  Join us this week as we talk about this common plant with invasive traits.

Known to stretch as far as Norway to Turkey in Europe, the Norway Maple was actually brought over quite early in the history of North America.  In most places, it is a popular ornamental tree with it's beautiful Crimson leaves that adorn neighborhoods and parks come fall.  But this tree also has a sneaky way of invading forests and snuffing out light for other plants.  Learn more about these traits and this plants history with us as we talk about the Norway Maple.

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