American Sycamore
(Buttonwood, Planetree, Buttonball Tree)
Platanus Occidentalis
A giant of a tree when grown in optimal conditions near a body of water. Native to eastern North America and a few locations in southern Ontario. Rarely planted in New Brunswick. Interesting peeling bark revealing a mottled effect of white, cream and green patches. Male and female flowers on the same tree and wind pollinated. Globular dense seed balls about 1 inch diameter on long stalks remaining on the tree over winter.
Additional information
| Foliage | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Locale | Native to North America |
| Height | Large (60-100ft) |
| Width | Wide |
| Form | Irregular, Pyramidal |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Longevity | Long (over 100 years) |
| Hardiness Zones * | 4, 5 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Mostly Shade (slow growth), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs) |
| Soil Preferences * | Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining |
| Soil Tolerances | Clay, Poor Draining, Slightly Alkaline, Wet |
| Other Tolerances | Occasional Flooding, Road Salt |
| Ornamental Interest | Bark, Seeds |
| Wildlife Value | Birds (fruits/seeds), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds) |
| Human Value | Carpentry (wood) |
| Seed Collection | Ordered Online |
| Planting Considerations | Messy Leaf Litter |
