Re: Variegated Norway Maple and other street tree possibilities

Hi Don,
When you mention Malus and Ginkgo, I get very different ideas of height and
growth speed.  When you talk Maple and Birch, heights and shapes are at
odds.  So I wondered,  any  general ultimate height or shape you're looking
for?  I like the idea that you are interested in diversity, not just the
same old you see on streets.  You mentioned purple leaves.  Cercis
canadensis 'Forest Pansy' has lovely purple leaves and seems to take full
sun well here in Zone 5.  Is Milwaukee Zone 4?

Kitty

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Don Martinson" <llmen@wi.rr.com>
To: <woodyplants@hort.net>
Sent: Wednesday, March 16, 2005 11:22 AM
Subject: Variegated Norway Maple and other street tree possibilities


> I recently purchased a commercial property which I have rehabbed and
> the city has agreed to allow me to plant some trees in the area
> between the city sidewalk and the street.  This will necessitate
> removing some of the existing concrete and I will try to create as
> large a planting area as possible, but will probably be limited to a
> 3 x 5 ft area for each tree.
>
> I would like to plant something decorative and out of the ordinary,
> but realize that requirements for street trees may constrain my
> choices.  The area will be in full sun and subject to some salt spray
> during the winter.  I must also be cognizant of the water and sewer
> lines entering the building.  Fortunately, there are no overhead
> utility wires to contend with.
>
> Here is a link to a view of the site:
>
> http://home.wi.rr.com/llmen/tazzbahpix.jpg
>
> One of the choices I am considering is a variegated Norway Maple
> (Acer platanoides).  However, one of my concerns is how susceptible
> this tree would be to sun scald of the variegated leaves.
>
> Other choices include ( but are not limited to):  flowering crabs
> (Malus sp), Gingko,  other fastigiate trees.  No ash however.
>
> What about any of the birches or beeches?  Purple foliage would be a
> good thing.
>
> All suggestions are welcome.
> -- 
> Don Martinson
> Milwaukee, Wisconsin
> l*@wi.rr.com
>
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