London Plane Sycamore
Platanus acerifolia is a hybrid between Platanus occidentalis and Platanus orientalis which was developed to resist the diseases that so often plagued Platanus acerifolia. It grows quickly and can reach over 30 feet in about 12 years. It will spread about half as wide as it is tall. In the fall the leaves turn yellow and drop allowing a better view of the beautiful bark. It loves full sun with moderate water and deep rich soil.
Tree shown is a specimen sample is most likely no longer available.
Western Sycamore
Platanus Racemosa is a species of plane tree that goes by several other common names, including California Sycamore, California Plane, and the Aliso Tree. This tree can tolerate a wide variety of soils but prefers to have its leaves in full sun. This variety of Sycamore can grow over 30 feet in just five years in optimal conditions. The maximum height can be 100 ft plus and can sometimes have a 50 ft expanse of coverage.
