Large Leaf Linden vs American Sycamore - TreeTime.ca

Large Leaf Linden vs American Sycamore

Platanus occidentalis

Tilia platyphyllos

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American Sycamore
Large Leaf Linden

American Sycamore is the largest tree native to eastern North America. Generally too large and messy to be a street tree, American Sycamore thrives in large, open spaces, such as an acreage or farm.

The bark is one of the main features that draw people to this tree. The outer bark flakes off in irregular pieces to reveal an attractive white, green, and cream colored inner layer, providing winter interest.

American Sycamore has an extremely fast growth rate, gaining up to 6 ft in one year, and will easily reach its mature height in a short period of time. Be wary of this trees' root system, as it's typically very extensive and needs lots of room to expand.

Large Leaf Linden is a tall, deciduous tree native to Europe. Large Leaf Linden features oblong leaves that turn from yellow-green to brilliant yellow in the fall. Large Leaf Linden is ideal as a shade or ornamental tree in a larger yard.

American Sycamore Quick Facts

Large Leaf Linden Quick Facts

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Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 23 m (75 ft)
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Spread: 15 m (49 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Flowers: yellow-white
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: high
Suckering: none
Suckering: none




Other Names: broadleaf lime, large-leaved lime