Platanus occidentalis ~ American Sycamore japanese garden Potential pests are aphids

Potential pests are aphids

It's large

Deadheading will prolong the bloom time

The rounded airy panicles of lacey white flowers bloom in summer until frost attracting butterflies and pollinators

The Grancy Gray-beard Fringetree

Platanus occidentalis ~ American Sycamore japanese garden Potential pests are aphidsThe American Sycamore, scientifically known as Platanus occidentalis, is a large and majestic deciduous tree native to North America. Here's everything you need to know about it: Appearance: American Sycamores are known for their impressive size, reaching heights of up to 100 feet (30 meters) or more. They have a broad, spreading canopy with branches that often grow horizontally. The bark is distinctive, with patches of white, gray, and brown that