In this country, too, some streets are lined with large plane trees. With their peeling bark, they are eye-catching specimens of trees. But how fast does a plane tree actually grow? And is there a limit to her striving for heights?

A plane tree grows up to 50cm per year

Annual possible increase

Plane trees can easily be propagated from ripe seeds or sticks. The small trees complete their growth in big steps. An average increase in height of up to 50 cm per year is possible until a tree has exhausted its maximum height potential. The crown can grow up to 30 cm per year in width.

Notice:
The rapid growth of a plane tree also has consequences for its bark. The dead outer layer does not turn into thick bark, but bursts open and flakes off every year under the pressure of growth. This is a natural process and nothing to worry about.

Maximum tree height and crown width

Many plane tree species are common in the northern hemisphere. If you are interested in the growth of a certain species, you should obtain specific information. Below are values that roughly apply to most species:

  • Plane trees can reach a height of 30 to 50 m
  • Crown diameter can reach up to 20 m
  • old plane trees have a trunk circumference of approx. 3m

Cutting stunts growth

Plane trees are very easy to cut. Regular pruning slows down the growth of the tree and thus significantly limits its size. The crown cut can also be carried out according to your own ideas.

Challenge for almost every garden

If you want to plant a plane tree in the garden, you should first check carefully whether you can offer it enough space. The root system will also branch out just as expansively as the crown, which is why proximity to buildings should be avoided.

tips

The spherical plane tree called "Alphens Globe" only grows 20 to 30 cm per year and only reaches a maximum height of 5 m. It is ideal for smaller gardens.

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Trees