Platanus orientalis 'Minaret' Pink chestnut-like foliage on downward sweeping

chestnut-like foliage on downward sweeping branches

Deeply furrowed

acidic soil (though fairly tolerant of alkaline) and medium shade

'Deshojo' makes a stunning small tree which adds interest to the garden for months on end

Platanus orientalis 'Minaret' Pink chestnut-like foliage on downward sweepingA handsome cultivar of oriental plane selected for its compact column shaped crown and dense branching. Young twigs bear an attractive reddish purple hue. Dark green palmate leaves, flaking bark and spherical pendulous fruit, characteristic of the species. Does well in all well drained soils with good tolerance for paving and wind exposure. H6