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Platanus occidentalis

American Sycamore, American Plane Tree, Eastern Sycamore, Buttonwood, Buttonball-tree

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

23 - 30m

Width:

15 - 30m

Growth Rate:

Fast

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun Part Shade

pH Tolerance:

Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)

Drought Tolerance:

High

Flooding Tolerance:

High

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Sensitive

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Tolerant

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median

Native to Ontario:

Yes

Native to North America:

Yes

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Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/

Insects and Diseases

Much more susceptible to anthracnose compared to the London-Planetree (Platanus x acerfolia). This disease can defoliate a tree and cause branch dieback. Other pests and diseases include aphids, canker, leaf spot, etc.

Management Notes

  • Surface roots may heave pavement
  • Fruit litter may be an issue