Great plane tree

Common Name: plane tree
Origin: Areas of the Northern Hemisphere

These are large, deciduous trees, ranging in height from 30 to 50 meters. They are found on riverbanks, in wetlands and places where there is water, but they can also survive in drought. Its leaves are palmate, large, 10-20 cm wide, with 5-7 lobes and bays that reach the middle of the leaf. The edges of the lobes are strongly serrated. The upper surface is dark green and the lower surface is light green and they turn yellow in autumn.

Flowers

Its flowers are unigeneous, dense, in spherical inflorescence heads on an apical, thin and long axis. Males have yellowish tips, while females are reddish. Flowering is observed during the months of April and May.

Fruit

The fruits formed are spherical with volatile hairs, initially green and later reddish. They remain hanging on the branches for a very long time. They ripen in the fall and can stay on the tree all winter.

Terrain

Adapts to different types of soils, without specific acidity as long as they have good drainage. It thrives in places with soil and atmospheric moisture (rivers, streams, public parks)!!

Position

Prefers sunny positions but can also tolerate partial shade. It also shows great resistance to high summer temperatures, as long as it has sufficient humidity.

Watering

It needs moderate watering about 2 times a week. But it needs larger amounts of water every 2-3 days mainly until it is installed in a garden or in periods of intense drought.

Lubrication

Fertilize with a complete granular preparation once in early spring and once in late autumn to maintain vigor and improve its growth.

Durability

It withstands the high temperatures of summer and the low temperatures of winter up to -20ºC. It is a plant resistant to heat, strong winds and air pollution.

Pruning

Early spring, after the last cold, it needs pruning to provide shade in streets or squares, where it is planted. In autumn, dry and injured shoots need topping for maximum and dense foliage.

Enemies and Diseases

The plane tree can cause metachromatic ulcers or plane tree disease, a disease caused by fungi that can destroy leaves within a few years. The pathogen invades the trunk, branches or roots, from wounds in the outer bark of the tree, having the ability to kill trees of any size and age. This disease can occur due to cold or wet spring weather.

Another disease that can affect the plane tree is downy mildew. The plane tree can also be infested by lepidopteran larvae.

It is suitable for

          • Used in parks, squares and tree lines. It has a deep root system, does not raise pavement slabs.
          • Individual plantings in different parts of the garden to create shaded areas.
          • Ideal for parks and yards.
          • Forms beautiful clusters.

Available in various sizes. Ask for the price.

The sending and delivery of trees is done ONLY within Prefecture of Thessaloniki.

56,00  - 686,00 

Great plane tree

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