Maple - Deborah
Deborah Maple | Acer platanoides 'Deborah'
Plant Description
‘Deborah’ Norway Maple was discovered in Canada in 1967 as a seedling of ‘Schwedleri’ and introduced through the COPF program. Similar in color to Schwedleri, it offers a superior branching habit with a strong, straight central leader. This vigorous grower emerges with brilliant red spring foliage that gradually matures to a dark bronze-green through summer. Its dependable structure, bold seasonal color, and adaptability make it an excellent choice for large landscapes, streets, and parks.
At A Glance
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Height (40–60 ft.)
Grows to a mature height of 40 to 60 feet, making it a large shade tree suitable for expansive residential and municipal plantings.
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Spread (40–60 ft.)
Develops a broad canopy equal to its height, providing substantial shade and a strong landscape presence.
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Shape (Broadly oval)
Forms a broadly oval crown with excellent branching structure and a uniform, balanced appearance.
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Exposure (Full Sun)
Performs best in full sun, where foliage color is strongest and growth remains vigorous.
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Foliage (Brilliant red turning to dark bronze-green)
Leaves emerge a vivid red in spring, transitioning to a deep bronze-green as summer progresses.
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Fall Foliage (Bronze-yellow)
In fall, foliage shifts to warm bronze-yellow tones, adding subtle seasonal interest.
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Hardiness Zone (USDA Zones 4–7)
Hardy in Zones 4 through 7, tolerating cold winters and a range of urban growing conditions.