Sycamore trees can grow to be large, striking specimens. The upper trunk and limbs of sycamore are often mottled like camouflage to nearly white due to pieces of the bark peeling off.
Pollinator Type
Caterpillars
Plant Type
Deciduous tree
Zone
4 to 8
Height
75-100 ft
Spread
50-80 ft
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Moisture Requirement
Medium Soil, Wet Soil
Bloom Color
Yellow, Red, Green
Bloom Time
April
Design Considerations
Can grow in wetter soils and tolerate clay soil. This tree is messy, often dropping a first set of leaves affected by anthracnose in the spring. They also drop their round fruits in the fall.
Care and Maintenance
Clean up of fruits, leaves, and peeling bark make this tree more high maintenance than others.
Pest and Diseases
Anthracnose is typical for sycamores. Other diseases can be problems like powdery mildew, leaf spot, and canker.
Establishment and Propagation
Transplant from nursery container in fall or spring.
Commercial Availability
Rarely available.
Alternative Plant Selections
London Plane Tree
Native Status
Illinois native, northern, central, and southern Illinois.
Fall Color
Insignificant
Growth habit
Large tree that usually has a single trunk that can grow to impressive diameters. Branches usually form a rounded shape.
Number of Caterpillars that Use this as a Host Plant
