Platanus occidentalis 'Howard' (American Sycamore 'Howard')

The American Sycamore 'Howard' is a large deciduous tree with a broad, spreading crown and distinctive mottled bark. This cultivar exhibits vigorous growth and produces large, palm-shaped leaves that turn a beautiful golden-yellow color in the fall. It is known for its ability to tolerate a wide range of soil conditions and is often found along riverbanks and in moist, lowland areas. The 'Howard' cultivar is highly resistant to anthracnose, a disease that commonly affects sycamores. It can reach a mature height of 75-100 feet and typically has a spread of about 50-70 feet.