Tree Details

Hardiness zone: 4 – 8

Height: 70 – 100 with a maximum of 120

Spread: 65 – 80

Habit: In youth: pyramidal; At maturity: open, wide spreading, with massive branches

Light: Best in full sun or very light shade

Soil: Deep, rich, moist, well-drained soil preferable but will grow in almost any soil

Flowers: inconspicuous

Fruit: globular headed, 1 1/2 in diameter, 2, 3 or 6 together

Landscape use: Acceptable for open areas, parks, golf courses, campuses, streets

History: First record of tree was in 1663 when hybrid was growing in London; dominant street tree in London

Pests\Problems: Pests: borers, lacebug; Problems: canker, powdery mildew, frost cracking, anthracnose

Significant Features: Very long lived; withstands worst city conditions; requires occasional cleanup of leaves, fruit and bark; easily transplanted