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American Sycamores are great, if you need shade in a hurry. They grow up to 6 feet a year, and they're the most adaptable sycamore tree you can find.
American Sycamore
The Fastest Growing Sycamore
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The American Sycamore is very popular for residential landscaping because of its fast growth (up to 6 ft. a year) and thick canopy... which provides tons of shade.
You can count on your American Sycamore to quickly grow into a symmetrical shade tree or ornamental tree. Just plant and watch it grow! The tree's many branches develop large green palmate leaves that turn to gold in the fall.
Its dense leaves make it an excellent shade provider for your home… big leaves drop when the weather cools, allowing in plenty of sun when you need it most!
And it's so easy to grow!
• Adaptable to most soils
• Thrives in both warm and cold climates
• Grows just about anywhere, even harsh environments
• Just plant it in the ground and add water
This Sycamore develops smooth, white bark in the winter, adding additional seasonal interest. Plant one in your own yard and say good-bye to sweltering summer afternoons.
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Growing Zones: 4-9
This plant is recommended for zones: 4-9
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| It's Easy to Plant your American Sycamore |
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| Step 1 - Dig Your Hole Select a site with full to partial sun and moist or well drained soil for your American Sycamore. |
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| Step 2 - Place Your Plant Next, separate the roots of your American Sycamore gently with your fingers and position them downward in the hole. |
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| Step 3 - Backfill Your Hole As you backfill the hole, apply water to remove air pockets. |
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Great growth. has tripled in size in 4 years. shallow roots initially, so make sure you anchor well
We bought the tree before winter of 2011 and I was concerned because it had lost all of its leaves and wasn't growing at all. However, today (Spring 2012) the tree has a gorgeous foliage of green leaves and it is looking very healthy and beautiful. It's taking off real nicely
Fast grower, seveenteen feet and growing in 3 years,was shipped a stick of 3 feeet with one leaf thought was a scam but with a drip system has turned out quite well, summers here are 90 to 105 and winters get just shy of 32 but mostly 35, good quality grower would buy agai
Nice tree, I really like sycamores. I planted my tree about a year ago and it is doing well. It survived shipping fine and perked up after planting quite quickly.
Of the many trees I have purchased from FGT.com, the American Sycamore is not my favorite, but it seems to be growing strong. In my experience, you cannot go wrong with anything you buy from here
The top of my tree appeared dead but when I scratched further down it was still green. It has since started to grow rapidly and has lots of leaves. It is growing fast considering I haven;t had it for very long. It appears to be in good health.
We have had our Sycamore for about 2 years now and it is a very pretty tree. Even with the droughts we are having here in Texas it has already grown over my head.
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Enjoying my young sycamore
The tree arrived healthy.
After we planted it, 3 leaves turned yellow. We read that we may have overwatered it - we let it dry out before the next watering and no more yellow leaves. We planted it in early July -
looking out today I can see it has already grown half a foot taller if not more. A few leaves got covered in bumpy bugs which we removed, otherwise it looks surprisingly healthy - still green at the end of october - and we are looking forward to years of enjoyment. Thankyou.
After we planted it, 3 leaves turned yellow. We read that we may have overwatered it - we let it dry out before the next watering and no more yellow leaves. We planted it in early July -
looking out today I can see it has already grown half a foot taller if not more. A few leaves got covered in bumpy bugs which we removed, otherwise it looks surprisingly healthy - still green at the end of october - and we are looking forward to years of enjoyment. Thankyou.
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One young sycamore for one old guy
In August 2014 we lost two large maple trees that were planted in 1905 and decided to replace them with one sycamore tree. Having had good luck with trees purchased from Fast Growing Trees we were again very impressed with the tree that arrived. The tree was carefully packaged and ready for planting with information on planting provided as a guide. The tree was planted as suggested and has become an object for providing a picture of grand pa pa, however, one will note how the tree grows so tall but not grand pa pa.
I like the sycamore tree a lot. It has lots of wonderful green leaves and a pretty bark with patches of white and the brown bark. It really reminds me of Colorado, I feel like Im in the mountains whenever I stand under it
Planted two trees just a couple of days ago. They were package well and arrived in good form. They look great in may yard. Will order again. Love this tree.
Receieved the tree in very good shape.Planted the tree the next day. The tree has grown to 16 ft high and looks good.
Bought two small trees, came as small sticks with a pair of small leaves each. Both are growing well after three months. One more so than the other. Have to water these trees liberally, they needs lots of water. Both trees are 7 to 8 feet and have several leaves the size of dinner plates. How's that for a shady future
it has not seemed to get any bigger in the year that we have had it and we got it because it is supposed to be a fast growing tree.
Our sycamore tree is beautiful. It has easily doubled in size since we planted it and continues to grow visably everyday. We love it.
Both trees are doing well and growing great. We have had a couple of years of very hot weather in North Texas and are in a drought right now but they are thriving.
We bought two American Sycamore trees to replace two that were killed by deer. The trees were intended to provide quick shade on our house after the neighbor's house burned down. After three years we are really satisfied with the trees which have finally begun providing shade.
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Do I have to wait until spring to plant? It it below freezing in Mi until spring but would like to order this as a holiday gift.
does the upper limb bark shed as the tree grows bigger and taller??
are they toxic to horses?
What is included in the planting kit?
Does this tree loose it's leaves in the winter? It would be a FL tree.
Best Answer: Yes. During the remainder of the season it has huge leaves. I can palm a basketball and many of the leaves are as big as my hand! I've had mine since Oct 2012. It grew quite a bit this year(3 to 4 feet)and I am expecting 4 to 6 feet of growth next year. Mine is a Texas tree. Hope this is helpful for you.
does this tree weep sap from the leaves?
Best Answer: This is the second full season for this Sycamore's growth in my yard. It was 3 feet tall 'new' and now it's almost 7 feet. Leaves are as big as my hand (I can palm a basketball!). When the leaves first come out (unfold) they are very soft. I have not seen any sap or anything else weep/drip from the leaves, but mine is only 2+ years old. I live in Texas and this thing can take the heat, even new, as long as you allow water from a water hose drip for 24-48 hours every 5-7 days (really not much water. It soaks deep into the ground so roots go deep instead of wide. Good thing.) for the first 2-4 years this Sycamore won't be weak and will thrive almost anywhere in pretty much any climate. Leaves are BIG and don't drip a thing, thus far. Hope this helps.
what about pests?
Best Answer: The American Sycamores we purchased from Fast Growing Trees and planted in 2013 have not shown any signs of pest issues. We are in south west Oklahoma and we have older Sycamores that do periodically have issues with lace wing bugs but normally spraying in the early spring with malathion prevents future pest problems in the summer. They become beautiful trees with abundant shade when mature.
Does this tree attract deer and if so, what can I do to protect the tree?
Best Answer: I don"t believe it attracts deer. I live on 4 acres ( two cleared) and the woods around my property are packed with deer. They never come in my yard to bother my Sycamore trees.
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· Patricia I on Oct 1, 2014
I leave in area with high winds. How well does this do with high winds?
Best Answer: I would stake it as high as you can. Mine grew from a 4' twig to 12' tall the first year. I did not get larger stakes and as a result we had a high wind in May that snapped the tree off just above where it was staked. It did grow back. Amazingly fast growing but keep it staked until it is large enough at base. You will love the shape and color.
How are these trees shipped and from were?
Due to cold weather in some parts of the country, we have suspended shipping to the areas that are shaded on the map below. Please view the diagram to determine if your area has been affected. This includes anyone in Growing Zones 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6. If you are unsure of your growing zone, visit our Growing Zone Finder.
We will resume normal shipping in the Spring. Please see the table below for your approximate ship date.
If you live in a shaded area but wish to receive your product(s) now, please visit our contact us page here or call a customer service rep toll free at 888-504-2001.
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Orders are occasionally delayed if we see really bad weather approaching, or if we encounter unusual circumstances. A small number of our plants show a specific release date. If you purchase one of these and would like your other items sooner, just let us know.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
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| $15.00-$23.99 | $12.95 |
| $24.00-$39.99 | $16.95 |
| $40.00-$79.99 | $19.95 |
| $80.00-$98.99 | $24.95 |
| $99+ | ~32% |
Will my Trees and Shrubs Look Like the Photographs?
Most trees and plants on the website are pictured in their mature form. Depending on the product and growth rate, mature development can take years for your plant to resemble the photos.
Picture the last time you took a walk in the woods. The young trees were not miniature bonsai versions of mature trees. Instead they were naturally thin and lanky. Young trees are programmed to race toward the light, before the competing vegetation crowds them out. Once established at 10 feet or more, they start developing a wide canopy and shedding lower limbs.
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| Late spring to early fall trees are shipped potted |
Some dormant trees prefer to be potted |
Most dormant trees shipped in the late fall through spring arrive bare root |
Bare Root trees are shipped without dirt or any green foliage showing. Some customers who have never planted bare root before, think that they received a "dead stick" with roots. These dormant trees are basically sleeping over the winter as most trees do. Because of their hibernation-like stage, this is a great way to transplant these trees. Since a bare root tree lacks foliage, they need very little moisture.
Most Trees and Shrubs are Pruned Before Shipping... at No Cost to You
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| Maple Tree before pruning | Maple Tree after pruning | 3 gallon Knockout Rose before pruning | 3 gallon Knockout Rose after pruning |
Pruning makes plants appear to be less-full than the ones you may have seen at your local big box garden center. A retailer's goal is to have plants look their best while sitting in the store. Our goal is to have them look the best after you plant them.
Pruned trees and shrubs not only travel better, but become established much quicker. So rather than supporting extra foliage, they put their energy into sending out deep roots. Once that happens, your plants become hardier and quickly explode with new top growth. Above the ground, pruning helps your plants develop a more attractive form.
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