Platanus X acerifolia

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London Plane Tree or European Sycam

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Information by: Photographer: Greg Applegate/Mullany

Description

The Platanus acerifolia is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that reaches a size 40'-80' high by 30'-40' wide. Its leaves are 3-5 lobed, with a width of 4"-10". This plant is tolerant of most soils, smog, dust and reflected heat.

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Design Styles

Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Street Tree

Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.