A hybrid between Platanus occidentalis & Platanus orientalis, 'Bloodgood' London Planetree has fewer pest problems than American Planetree. A fast grower, it will produce shade very quickly. With the large light green leaves and smooth mottled bark patched with creamy white and olive, this stately tree has much to offer. As a reclamation tree, screen tree, buffer planting or shade tree, london planetree is highly drought tolerant and will adapt to a wide range of soils. it tends to produce fruit in pairs. It is good for buffer plantings or residential street trees. It requires full sun.
