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Platanus racemosa

California Sycamore

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

The California Sycamore is a fast growing, deciduous tree that reaches up to 40'-50' high. It tolerates heat, smog, and moist conditions; it is native to riparian areas. It has an interesting mottled bark when the tree is bare in winter. It needs a moderate amount of watering unless the water table is high. Leaves turn yellow in fall before dropping. Hummingbirds and butterflies love the Sycamore.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Light Green, Yellow Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.