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Sycamore Maple

Acer Pseudoplatanus

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Overview

The Sycamore Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus) is a hardy, deciduous tree reaching up to 100 feet tall, with a broad, domed canopy. Its leaves are large, up to 10 inches across, with five lobes and toothed margins, turning yellow-brown in fall. It thrives in zones 4-7, prefers well-drained soil, and can tolerate wind and pollution. Winged seeds facilitate spread. Ideal for large landscapes needing shade or visual interest.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–11Climate Temperate
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — turning yellow-brown in fall

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (130)

Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — Winged seeds facilitate spread; it's important to consider its growth rate and ultimate size, image 121
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — though it prefers well-drained; with five lobes and toothed margins, image 129
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — resembling those of the platypus but with a more textured surface, image 127
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — the Sycamore Maple thrives in a variety of soil conditions; that helicopter to the ground in autumn, image 128
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — It tolerates urban pollution; this species exhibits a robust branching pattern that forms a broad, image 130
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — It typically reaches a height of 65 to 100 feet with a spread of about 40 to 70 feet at maturity; though it, image 124
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — providing ample shade.<br><br>Its leaves are distinctive - broad with five lobes; it thrives in zones 4-7, image 126
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — This species exhibits a robust branching pattern that forms a broad; yellow flowers in the garden, image 125
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — is a highly adaptable deciduous tree renowned for its imposing stature and vibrant seasonal palette; ideal, image 123
Sycamore Maple (Acer Pseudoplatanus) — Ideal for large landscapes needing shade or visual interest; tree for full, image 122

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