Platanus occidentalis
Origin: Eastern and Central US
Improvement status: Wild
Seeds per packet: ~250
Germination tested: 1/2021: 30% (Hard seed: 0% Dormant seed: 0%)
Life cycle: Woody Perennial
Zones: 4-9
A massive specimen tree with beautiful multi-colored bark. Maple like leaves and curious, spherical seed pods. Used commercially for woodworking products. Prefers full sun riparian habitats.
100' . Sun to Shade. Wet to Medium Soil.
These seeds were produced by our friends at Ernst Conservation Seeds in Meadville, PA.
Growing Tips: Cold stratify 90 days and scarify. Or Fall direct seeding.
