Platanus occidentalis - STDS 16-18 CM RB

Description
The Abendländische Plantane (Platanus occidentalis) is an upright, roundish garden plant that produces yellow-green flowers. They appear in May. These produce brown, round fruits. The Abendländische Plantane also has palmate, medium green leaves. Its bark is light grey, grey-brown and flaking. In a sunny to semi-shady location with nutrient-rich, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of around 40 metres.

Bulletpoints
* attractive yellow autumn colouring * wind-resistant, tolerates soil salt, tolerates soil compaction

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Abendländische Plantane are medium green, palmate and lobed. They are about 10 - 22 cm in size. Abendländische Plantane turns bright yellow in autumn.

Bark
Light grey, grey-brown, flaking bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Abendländische Plantane has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Abendländische Plantane is upright and rounded in structure and has a translucent, loose crown.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The yellow-green flowers appear in May.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park, landscape, avenue, street tree