The Davey Nursery

One of the best known Norway selections, the Emerald Queen's early compact, upright growth habit changes to a broader form as it reaches a mature height of up to 70 feet. Its shallow roots can lift sidewalks, so careful consideration is required when choosing a planting location.

Hardiness Zones: 4-7

Habit: deciduous

Growth rate: fast

Ideal planting location: part shade to full sun; well-drained soil; moderate drought tolerance.

Form: branches grow mostly upright with a rounded crown
centered on a straight trunk; little pruning is required to help develop a strong structure.

Height: 60-70 feet

Width: 35-40 feet

Leaf: 4-8 inches; opposite/subopposite green leaves; yellow in autumn.