P. racemosa is a vigorous, broadly columnar, deciduous tree with flaking, grey bark and variably-lobed, dark green leaves, velvety when young. Inconspicuous flowers in spring are followed by clusters of green fruit ripening brown.
California Sycamore Care
Platanus Racemosa
What is the plant
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Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Full Sun
Hardiness zone
6 - 10
Difficulty
Easy
Hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
It is moderately drought-tolerant once well-established.
Sunlight
Full sun is the ideal condition for this tree, meaning it should get at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day.
Soil
The California sycamore grows in acidic, alkaline, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, well-drained and clay soils. It is moderately drought-tolerant once well-established.
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Temperature
The california sycamore can be expected to grow in Hardiness Zones 7–10. View Map
Popularity
195 people already have this plant 29 people have added this plant to their wishlists
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