Platanus orientalis 'Mirkovec'

RHS Plant Profile
oriental plane 'Mirkovec'
oriental plane 'Mirkovec' RHS
Trees

A small, slow-growing tree with flaky, grey/green/cream bark and a tangled, spreading canopy. The leaves develop red-bronze colouration in late summer, turning deep red in autumn. Green, ball-shaped flowers in spring are followed by spiky fruit in autumn

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

2.5-4 metres

Max Spread

4-8 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
20–50 years
Max Spread
4-8 metres
Max Height
2.5-4 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Platanaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Platanus are vigorous, large deciduous trees of stately appearance, with maple-like foliage and attractively patterned bark
Name Status
Unresolved

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. See tree cultivation for further advice

Propagation

Propagate from hardwood cuttings in winter

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Pests

May be susceptible to lace bugs

Diseases

May be susceptible to plane anthracnose and honey fungus