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A quick-growing tree, it stands up well in inclement weather such as high winds and hail. Spread, the American Sycamore tree has an open, spreading habit with several massive branches.
- Spacing: 60 - 80 feet.
- Height: 80 feet.
- Botanical Name: Platanus occidentalis
- Light Required: Full Sun.
- Pruning: Pruning during the dormant season -- particularly the late dormant season, such as in January -- has many benefits besides giving new shoots a fair shot at life. Specifically, this timing limits the loss of resources when you remove parts of the sycamores, as trees store most of their nutrients in their wood and roots during the dormant season. It also reduces the risk of spring and summer insects entering pruning wounds, which then seal with fresh bark as warm spring weather hits. And during th
- Comments: While not one of the tallest trees, it is considered one of the most massive - as it has a very open, spreading crown with several huge branches. Known for its whitish exfoliating bark - makes a great ornamental shade tree.