Platanus X acerifolia |
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London Plane Tree |
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", dark green but turning yellow in fall. This tree is tolerant of most soils, smog, dust and reflected heat. It is tolerant of wet soils also. Exfoliating bark is beautiful, revealing a lovely winter silhouette. This is a great park tree.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60', 60-100'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown, Tan
Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.