Overview
Platanus × hispanica is a bushy tree in the genus Platanus, part of the Platanaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Platanus × hispanica 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
The London plane, or sometimes hybrid plane, Platanus × hispanica, is a tree in the genus Platanus. It is often known by the synonym Platanus × acerifolia, a later name.
Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — London plane
About the genus
Platanus is a genus consisting of a small number of tree species. They are the sole living members of the family Platanaceae.
Wikipedia contributors, "Platanus", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Platanus
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
- North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Platanus × hispanica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Tree
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Platanus × hispanica
- 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 × hispanica?
Platanus × hispanica prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Platanus × hispanica need?
Platanus × hispanica 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 × hispanica hardy in the UK?
Platanus × hispanica 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 × hispanica?
Hardwood cuttings in winter, suckers in autumn or late winter.
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