Description
Exclamation London Planetree is a large, fast growing tree in the sycamore family. These are hybrids between an Oriental Sycamore and an American Sycamore. Exclamation London Planetrees prefer full sun, plenty of water and are hardy up to the middle of Wisconsin and Michigan. Here is more information about the Exclamation. Our other Sycamore can be found here.
Scientific Name: Platanus x acerifolia ‘Morton Circle
Zone: 4-8
Mature Height: 55-65 ft
Mature Width: 40-50 ft
Fruit: 1″ seed heads that hang from stalks, in pairs. They shatter in the winter, releasing the seeds.
Flowers: Fairly inconspicuous, greenish male flowers and burgundy female flowers. They appear as balls on long steams.
Growth Rate: Fast
Soil: Moist, well-drained
Drought Tolerance: Poor
Flood Tolerance: Moderate
Sun Requirements: Sun
Fall Color: Brown and Yellow
Wildlife Value: Insect pollinators, butterflies, and small mammals.
