American Sycamore Smaller stature · Wildlife Value: Provides nuts

·       Wildlife Value: Provides nuts for birds and small mammals

·       Wildlife Value: Supports pollinators

·       Habitat: Woodland edges and naturalized areas

·       Forester’s Note: American Hazelnut is a hardy native shrub that offers beauty and function

·       Seasonal Interest: Evergreen with soft blue needles and purple cones in summer

American Sycamore Smaller stature · Wildlife Value: Provides nutsAmerican Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) Mature Size: 40100 4070 Light: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Adaptable, medium Habitat: Yard tree, wetland edge, or woodland Tolerates: Flooding, clay soils, air pollution Seasonal Interest: Exfoliating bark, summer shade, golden in fall color Wildlife Value: Provides seed and shelter for birds Foresters Note: American Sycamore is a striking native tree with bark that peels to reveal creamy white and gray