Botanical Name: Franklinia alatamaha
Common Name: Franklin tree Type of Plant: dicot: tree Character deciduous Habit of Growth: Overall Shape narrow, upright tree with slender oval form, reddish brown bark Height 20' - 30' Spread 10' - 15' Growth Rate slow-moderate Environment: Exposure outdoor partial shade inland; tolerates full sun near coast Soil prefers a well-amended, well-drained acid soil Hardiness hardy (zones 2-6, 14-17) Morphology: Leaves oblanceolate to obovate to 6" long; bright green and glossy; turn bright red in fall Flowers showy, white, 3" diameter flowers with yellow centers bloom August - September Fruit small woody capsule Propagation: seed Usage: small patio or lawn tree or accent used for flower display fall color and for interesting branches and bark Landscape Care: Watering needs ample watering - not drought tolerant Fertilizing slow-release at planting; acid fert. in spring if needed Pruning head high, thin and encourage outward-directed branches Pests/Diseases aphids Special Conditions/Other prefers azalea-rhododendron environments Origin: Southeastern United States Family: Theaceae Notes: |
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