Platanus occidentalis
AMERICAN SYCAMORE, AMERICAN PLANE
Platanaceae

 
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Plant type: deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 4-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
25m
Plant habit
 
20m

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Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental & formal designs

Uses: street tree, shade tree, fire retardant

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

 
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Platanus occidentalis
AMERICAN SYCAMORE, AMERICAN PLANE
Platanaceae

 

  Plant type: deciduous tree

Hardiness zones: 4-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
25m
Plant habit
 
20m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a

Bark & Stems: mottled stems


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental & formal designs

Uses: street tree, shade tree, fire retardant

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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