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California Native Plant

Platanus racemosa

California Sycamore

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

The California Sycamore is a fast growing deciduous tree that reaches up to 40'-50' high. It tolerates heat, smog, as well as moist conditions; it is native to riparian areas. It can be drought tolerant once it's established if there is a high water table. It has interesting mottled bark when the tree is bare in winter. Leaves in fall are gold, red and orange, creating litter. It is beautiful all year round.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Light Green, Yellow Green

Bark Color

Grey, White

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Messy

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Water Garden, Wetlands, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.