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American Sycamore

Platanus Occidentalis

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Overview

The American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) is a robust deciduous tree, notable for its broad, dense canopy and distinctive peeling bark which reveals a camouflage-like pattern of white and tawny hues. It can soar to heights of 75-100 feet, with a similar spread, offering ample shade. Suitable for larger landscapes, it thrives in Zones 4-9, favors full sun, and tolerates a variety of soil conditions, including wet soils near water bodies.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–11Type TreeClimate Temperate

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — When integrating this arboreal icon into a landscape

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Platanaceae
Climate: Temperate

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American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — with mature heights ranging from 70 to 100 feet and sometimes even reaching up to 130 feet

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — In autumn, the foliage turns a yellow-brown, adding seasonal interest

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — Seed production is notable in this species

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — including wet soils near water bodies

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — the American Sycamore is a robust and attractive option

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — tree with red blooms

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — This arboreal giant is celebrated for its impressive stature

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — and possess a broad ovate shape with three or five lobes

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — This exfoliation process enables the tree to tolerate polluted urban conditions

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — allow ample space for its substantial growth both above and below ground to avoid future complications

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — measuring 4 to 9 inches wide

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — This exfoliation process enables the tree to tolerate polluted urban conditions; in autumn, the foliage turns a

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — measuring 4 to 9 inches wide; allow ample space for its substantial growth both above and below ground to avoid

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade exposure

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — with mature heights ranging from 70 to 100 feet and sometimes even reaching up to 130 feet; the tree exhibits a

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — This arboreal giant is celebrated for its impressive stature; suitable for larger landscapes

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — including wet soils near water bodies; the tree exhibits a broad and rounded crown, creating a dominant silhouette

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — It can soar to heights of 75-100 feet, with a similar spread, offering ample shade

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — dense canopy and distinctive peeling bark which reveals a camouflage-like pattern of white and tawny hues

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — tree for full

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — red flowers in the garden

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade exposure; in autumn, the foliage turns a yellow-brown, adding

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — which exfoliates in irregular patches to reveal a creamy white and olive-green inner bark; suitable for larger

American Sycamore (Platanus Occidentalis) — Suitable for larger landscapes; allow ample space for its substantial growth both above and below ground to avoid

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