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Platanus x acerifolia Exclamation!™

Scientific Name: Platanus x acerifolia 'Morton Circle'

Also Known As

  • Platanus acerifolia 'Exclamation'
  • Platanus x hispanica 'Morton Circle'
  • Exclamation™ London Planetree
  • London Planetree
  • Morton Circle London Plane Tree - Exclamation!™

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-60'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Platanus x acerifolia Exclamation!™ plant details

Platanus x acerifolia Exclamation!™ is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Platanus x acerifolia Exclamation!™

Plant type: tree
Plant family: platanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 60 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Platanus x acerifolia Exclamation!™

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A strong center leader and strongly upright pyramidal shape, along with resistance to anthracnose, early exfoliating bark and vigorous growth make this Morton Arb intro great for street or shade tree. S/M PPAF
Deciduous, lightly fruiting tree with an upright - pyramidal habit. Attractive green foliage turns to a lovely yellow in the fall. The winter brings the unveiling of interesting exfoliating bark. This cultivar has shown resistance to cracking from frost and anthracnose. Growth Rate fast, 12"+ annually
This hybrid selection of the London plane tree resulted from a controlled cross made by Dr. George Ware at the Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois, between P. orientalis (naturally anthracnose-resistant) and an anthracnose-resistant P. occidentalis parent. Selected for its uniform, upright-pyramidal habit, which is conical in its youth; a strong central leader; and attractive foliage. This plant is densely branched, has a moderate growth rate, is light-fruiting, and shows resistance to frost cracking and anthracnose. It is developing the attractive exfoliating bark expected of plane trees and will measure 60' in height with a 30' spread. The most upright London Plane tree in the market.

Gardening facts about Platanus x acerifolia Exclamation!™ plant

How to Grow Platanus x acerifolia Exclamation!™

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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