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Platanus wrightii [IB56]

Also Known As

  • Platanus wrightii
  • Alamo Tree
  • Arizona Sycamore
  • Buttonwood
  • Solar Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'-80'
  • W: 20'-55'

planting zones

  • 5b-9b

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Platanus wrightii [IB56] plant details

Platanus wrightii [IB56] is a broadleaf deciduous tree with. In spring green flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Platanus wrightii [IB56]

Plant type: tree
Plant family: platanaceae
Mature size: 20 FT - 55 FT - wide, 40 FT - 80 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: distinctive bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Platanus wrightii [IB56]

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This handsome 60-80' spreading tree is native to Arizona?s streams and canyons with its striking bark (which exfoliates in large jig-saw pieces of white and sage-green) and star-shaped leaves; a wonderful shade tree. S/M-W
Spectacular deciduous tree with smooth bark, contorted branches. Needs lots of summer water. This “Arizona Sycamore” is a large spreading deciduous tree to 80'. To encounter them in the canyons and gullies of southern Arizona was truly a treat, with their spectacular white bark and eerily contorted habit. In the wild, it is found growing only along watercourses in areas that get a lot of summer moisture - westerners take note! This tree is extremely cool if you have room for it. Or grow a bunch and give them away to your friends! Hardy to at least -15 °F. DS. Platanus wrightii [IB56]

Gardening facts about Platanus wrightii [IB56] plant

How to Grow Platanus wrightii [IB56]

  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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