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London Planetree - Platanus x acerifolia
London Planetree - Platanus x acerifolia
Picture of London Planetree
Picture of London Planetree
Picture of London Planetree

London Planetree

Platanus x acerifolia


Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9   View Map
  • Tolerates pollution and other urban conditions well
  • Transplants easily
  • Is resistant to anthracnose
  • Develops a mottled bark with red-brown scales that flake to reveal green, white and creamy yellow
  • Features large leaves up to 7" long and 10" wide that are sparingly toothed along the edges; they somewhat resemble the leaves of black, sugar and red maples
  • Produces inconspicuous red flowers in April as the leaves unfurl
  • Yields pendulous ball-like clusters of tightly packed seed approximately 1" in diameter
  • Lives longer than many other shade trees in urban settings
  • Grows in a pyramidal shape that shifts to a more oval silhouette over time
  • Is not suitable for small areas
Pricing Information

Tree Details

Shape

Pyramidal

Growth Speed

Medium

Scientific Name

Platanus x acerifolia

Highlights

The London planetree is a widely planted street tree, and for good reason. Its attributes were discovered in London where the new hybrid first appeared around 1645. The tree was found to thrive in the sooty air and provide wonderful shade. Its ability to withstand air pollution, drought and other adversities assures its popularity as an urban tree. Strong limbs also help make the London planetree a good choice where site conditions allow for its large size.

Beyond its reputation as a survivor, this tree is simply worth admiring. The unique bark and interesting branching give it amazing visual appeal — whether summer or winter.

Sun Preference

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil Preference

Acidic, Alkaline, Clay, Drought, Loamy, Moist, Sandy, Well Drained, Wet

Wildlife Value

The pendant seed balls are used by purple finches, goldfinches and squirrels.

History/Lore

The London planetree is believed to have resulted from a cross between the Oriental planetree and the American sycamore. While the exact details of the tree’s origin have been lost over time, it was discovered that this hybrid could tolerate the smoke and grime of London. As a result, it has been widely distributed to cities throughout the moderate climate regions of the world for nearly 400 years.

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