London plane
London plane
Platanus × hispanica
tree☀️ full-sun🪴 loam📏 tall🌡️ RHS H6
📋Quick Facts
Height
25.0-35.0m
Spread
20.0-25.0m
About
Pollution-tolerant shade tree ideal for cities.
Top tip
London plane is tough and pollution tolerant; best for large gardens, streets and parks.
Also known as: London plane, London-Platane, Platanus × hispanica, Plátano-de-Londres, Platan klonolistny, Platano di Londra, Platane de Londres, Plataan (Londense plataan)
Pest Resilience
4/5 — Good resilience
Few significant pests; anthracnose occasionally but generally very tough.
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How to Propagate
🌰Seed
Easy✂️Cutting
Moderate🔗Grafting
AdvancedHardiness Zones
H1a (tender)H7 (very hardy)
RHS H6
USDA 5–6 equivalent