Item Tag: Platanus occidentalis

American Sycamore, 25+ seeds, Carolina ecotype

So these are of a coastal Carolina ecotype. (Exceptions would be widely planted species like coneflower, black-eyed susans, or live oaks, which, though growing here, could have been brought in from other areas.).

American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis), 20-100 seeds

Fresh American Sycamore Tree Seeds and Fast Free ShipThe American Sycamore is generally acknowledged as the largest tree indigenous to eastern North America. Also known as the American Planetree and Buttonball Tree, this extremely large and fast growing shade tree displays very unique bark. Many describe its bark as looking like camoflauge. The older bark on the trunk naturally exfoliates, leaving a patchwork of greens, browns and yellows against a background of white. The large leaves resemble Maple leaves. Make sure you have plenty of room to let this tree grow. Commonly reaching over 100′ tall, the American Sycamore can live for hundreds of years. This tree is a great choice along the edge of streams or lakes, in wetland and floodplain areas, and is regularly used to reclaim old strip mines and other hard to grow areas with saturated and compacted soils.Plant Type: Dormant, bare-root Zones: 4-9 Soil Type: Clay, Loamy & Sandy Soils Site Selection: Full Sun Mature Height & Width: 70-100′ Height and 60-80′ Spread Growth Rate: Fast – 24″ or more per year once established Moisture Requirements: Average to wet soils Plant Characteristics: Shade, Round