Sycamore
The Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) one of the largest hardwood trees in North America. The unusually patterned bark is beautiful in all seasons. This is a great shade tree for farms, acreages, or larger properties — just make sure to avoid planting it in smaller spaces!
Growth Rate: Rapid
Soils: Clay, Sand, Loam
Moisture: Moist to Wet
Shade Tolerance: Full Sun to Part Shade
Mature Height: 40-80 Feet
Mature Spread: 20-30 Feet
Deer Damage Potential: low
The Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) one of the largest hardwood trees in North America. The unusually patterned bark is beautiful in all seasons. This is a great shade tree for farms, acreages, or larger properties — just make sure to avoid planting it in smaller spaces!
Growth Rate: Rapid
Soils: Clay, Sand, Loam
Moisture: Moist to Wet
Shade Tolerance: Full Sun to Part Shade
Mature Height: 40-80 Feet
Mature Spread: 20-30 Feet
Deer Damage Potential: low
The Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) one of the largest hardwood trees in North America. The unusually patterned bark is beautiful in all seasons. This is a great shade tree for farms, acreages, or larger properties — just make sure to avoid planting it in smaller spaces!
Growth Rate: Rapid
Soils: Clay, Sand, Loam
Moisture: Moist to Wet
Shade Tolerance: Full Sun to Part Shade
Mature Height: 40-80 Feet
Mature Spread: 20-30 Feet
Deer Damage Potential: low