Franklinia alatamaha (Franklin Tree)

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Franklinia alatamaha

Franklin Tree

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The infamous Franklin Tree! Brought into cultivation by John Bartram, this plant can be grown into a single or multi-stem. Requires moist , well-drained acidic soil. Blooms late summer with pure white flowers. flowers have a bright yellow center. Great for the collector.

Height:

10-20 Feet

Spread:

6-15 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Characteristics & Attributes

Uses
 · Specimen
Exposure
 · Sun
 · Part Shade
Bloom Time
 · Summer to Fall