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Platanus acerifolia

London Plane Tree

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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'

Width Range

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Street Tree

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.