Shade Trees

American Sycamore

Name: American Sycamore
Brand: Arbor Buddy
SKU: 70829-115
Availability: InStock

Platanus occidentalis

American Sycamore delivers instant presence, racing to a towering 70 to 100 feet with a broad 40

$162

Ships in 1-3 weeks (freight).

Height: 5-6 ft.

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5-6 ft.

$162

Drought TolerantHeat TolerantCold HardyShade TolerantWind TolerantStreet Tree

A fast, easy way to a finished landscape

A fast grower — expect quick, satisfying progress every season.

Growth rate: Fast
Mature size: 70 ft. - 100 ft. tall · 40 ft. - 70 ft. wide
Hardy in: USDA zones 4–9

Drought Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Cold Hardy
Shade Tolerant

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Grown to thrive. Established, well-rooted plants shipped at the right size — not bare twigs.

Matched to your zone. Set your USDA zone and we show you exactly what will flourish where you live.

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About this tree

American Sycamore delivers instant presence, racing to a towering 70 to 100 feet with a broad 40 to 70 foot canopy that throws generous, cooling shade. Its fast growth and rugged nature make it a natural for street plantings or anchoring a large yard, thriving in USDA zones 4 to 9. Drought, heat, cold, shade, and wind tolerance keep it performing season after season. Subtle blooms arrive in March, while the expansive crown creates a timeless backdrop for lawns, patios, and play spaces.

USDA hardiness zones 4–9

Set your zone in the header to see if this tree thrives where you live.

Plant details

Mature height: 70 ft. - 100 ft.
Mature width: 40 ft. - 70 ft.
Growth rate: Fast
USDA zones: 4-9
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water needs: High
Soil: Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Silty, Well Drained
Spacing: 30 ft.
Bloom season: Early Spring (March), Late Winter (March)

Full planting & care

Planting+

Choose a spot with full sun or partial sun and clay, loamy, sandy, silty, well drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep, set the tree so the top of the root ball is level with the ground, backfill, and water in well. Space about 30 ft. from other plants.

Watering+

Keep the soil consistently moist, especially through the first two seasons; water deeply 2–3 times a week in summer heat.

Fertilizing+

Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. A second light feeding in early summer supports vigorous growth. Avoid fertilizing late in the season.

Pruning+

Prune in late winter while dormant to remove any dead or crossing branches and to shape. Minimal pruning is needed otherwise.

Frequently asked questions

How big does it get?+

At maturity it reaches about 70 ft. - 100 ft. tall and 40 ft. - 70 ft. wide, so give it room.

What growing zones does it suit?+

It is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9.

Shipping

Delivery method: Curbside freight, nationwide (lower 48)
Shipping cost: $149 flat per order
Lead time: Ships in 1–3 weeks; carrier schedules a delivery window

Compare similar trees

	American SycamoreThis tree	Bur Oak	Cedar Elm	Chinkapin Oak	Hesperocyparis (Cupressus) macrocarpa Goldcrest Monterey Cypress
Mature height	70 ft. - 100 ft.	50 ft. - 70 ft.	40 ft. - 70 ft.	40 ft. - 70 ft.	10 ft. - 15 ft.
Mature width	40 ft. - 70 ft.	40 ft. - 70 ft.	30 ft. - 50 ft.	40 ft. - 70 ft.	3 ft. - 5 ft.
Growth rate	Fast	Moderate	Fast	Moderate	Moderate
Sunlight	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun
USDA zones	4–9	3–8	6–9	4–8	7–10

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