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Bloodgood London Planetree–Deciduous Tree–Pollution Tolerant 4-5" cal B&B

Bloodgood London Planetree–Deciduous Tree–Pollution Tolerant 4-5" cal B&B

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Platanus acerifolia 'Bloodgood' Information Page
Platanus acerifolia 'Bloodgood'

Platanus acerifolia 'Bloodgood'

Description

The 'Bloodgood' London Planetree is a robust and majestic deciduous tree known for its striking exfoliating bark and large, maple-like leaves. It is a popular choice for urban settings due to its pollution tolerance and rapid growth.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for large landscapes, parks, and street plantings. Its impressive size and shade make it suitable for creating canopies in open spaces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Platanus acerifolia 'Bloodgood'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Bloodgood' London Planetree
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 60-100 feet tall, 60-75 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Oaks, Elms, and other large trees

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring ample space for growth.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in the first few years.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, loamy soil but adaptable to various soil types.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests like aphids and treat as necessary.
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