Overview
Platanus is a bushy trees in the genus Platanus, part of the Platanaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Platanus grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include coastal and city and courtyard gardens.
About
Platanus is a genus consisting of a small number of tree species. They are the sole living members of the family Platanaceae.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Platanus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Platanus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Platanus
- Propagation
- Hardwood cuttings in winter,suckers in autumn or late winter
- Pest resistance
- Lace bugs
- Disease resistance
- Plane anthracnose,honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Platanus?
Platanus prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Platanus need?
Platanus is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Platanus hardy in the UK?
Platanus has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Platanus?
Hardwood cuttings in winter,suckers in autumn or late winter.
More in the Platanus genus
- Platanus x hispanica 'Columbia'
- Platanus x hispanica 'Dortmund'
- Platanus x hispanica 'Woodside Column'PBR
- Platanus orientalis from Sfendili, Crete
- Platanus x hispanica Spartan ('Heijms')