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Platanus x acerifolia /London Planetree
A large planting in Central Park in New York City
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A large planting in Central Park in New York City
Trees grow from 70'-80' in height
Note differences in bark color due to exfoliation
Example of the harsh annual pruning (pollarding) that is practiced all over Europe
Specimen tree in Northern Italy (pollarding)
Trees in a small urban park in Switzerland. Old tree that have been pruned (pollarded) every year
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Scientific Name:
Platanus x acerifolia
Common Name:
London Planetree
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
over 50 feet
Spread:
over 50 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
Green
Fruit present:
Fall
Fruit color:
Brown
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist, Dry
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
A very large tree to 70' in both heigth and spread. Maple-like leaves are to 7" long and 10" wide and may cause a problem when they fall in that they don't decompose readily. Very ornamental exfoliating bark that sluffs of in large plates to reveal smooth, lighter bark beneath. Pollution and drought tolerant.