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2. www.gardenersworld.com › how-to › grow-plantsComplete guide to sycamore trees ( Acer pseudoplatanus )

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   Feb 13, 2024 · Sycamore leaves and flowers. Getty Images. Sycamore tree leaves are large, up to 15cm across, and have five lobes. Sycamore leaves have dark red stems when young and are mid- to dark green in colour. Dangling clusters of greenish-yellow flowers are borne in spring.

3. www.woodlandtrust.org.uk › sycamoreSycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) - Woodland Trust

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   In ancient Greece, the sycamore was associated with the goddess Hera, queen of the gods and goddess of marriage and childbirth. The tree was also seen as a symbol of fertility and abundance.

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   In Celtic mythology, the sycamore was associated with the world tree, a sacred tree that connects heaven, earth, and the underworld. The Celts believed that the sycamore was a home to fairies and other spirits, and they often planted sycamore trees near their homes for protection.

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   In Norse mythology, the sycamore was associated with Freya, goddess of love, fertility, and war. Freya's chariot was said to be drawn by two cats, and she was often depicted sitting in a sycamore tree.

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   In Christianity, sycamore is associated with the story of Zacchaeus, a tax collector who climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus. When Jesus saw Zacchaeus, he called him down and invited himself to Zacchaeus's house. This story is often interpreted as a symbol of God's love and forgiveness for all people, regardless of their social status or past sins...

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   In addition to its mythological and religious significance, the sycamore tree has also been used in traditional crafts and customs. In Wales, sycamore trees were used to make 'love spoons' - these are decoratively carved wooden spoons that were given as a romantic gesture. In some parts of the UK, the winged seeds of the sycamore tree, known as 'he...

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5. www.ashridgetrees.co.uk › p › garden-treesSycamore Standard Trees for Sale: Big Sizes | Ashridge

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   Buy bareroot Sycamore trees, Acer pseudoplatanus, as standards online at Ashridge. Guaranteed. Best advice & support.

6. kingco.co.uk › product › acer-pseudoplatanusSycamore – Acer pseudoplatanus (Bare Root Plants) 40-60cm

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   Find Bare root Sycamore for sale! Sycamore has a spreading, rounded habit and palmately lobed leaves that emerge as dark green and turn to yellow. It also has pendant panicles of yellow/green catkins in spring, and green, winged fruits that follow the flowers.

7. www.treeguideuk.co.uk › sycamoreSycamore - Tree Guide UK - Sycamore tree identification

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   Sycamore tree identification – 5-lobed, toothed, alternate, leaves, hanging tail of flowers in May and winged fruits in October. Click on any photo to enlarge it. A mature Sycamore in a churchyard. The leaf has 5 tooth-edged lobes.

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8. www.ornamental-trees.co.uk › acer-pseudoplatanusAcer pseudoplatanus Brilliantissimum | Sycamore Trees

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   Acer pseudoplatanus 'Brilliantissimum' is a small Sycamore tree, popular for its salmon pink young foliage in spring which turns yellow, before dark green in the late summer. Brilliantissimum also displays greenish yellow flowers in spring and winged red fruit in the autumn.

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   What does a sycamore tree look like?

   • Sycamore tree leaves are large, up to 15cm across, and have five lobes. Sycamore leaves have dark red stems when young and are mid- to dark green in colour. Dangling clusters of greenish-yellow flowers are borne in spring. Sycamore tree seeds are abundantly produced in autumn and have ‘wings’, so they readily disperse on the wind over a large area.

   Complete guide to sycamore trees ( Acer pseudoplatanus )

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   What is a sycamore tree?

   • Sycamore tree (Acer pseudoplatanus) is an exceptionally large and fast-growing, broadleaf deciduous tree. Sycamore originates from Europe and was introduced to the UK several hundred years ago.

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   What is a sycamore tree good for?

   • Sycamore tree has benefits to a range of wildlife. Aphids provide food for birds and other insect-eating animals, and the holes that develop in mature trees make good homes for bats and birds. Bees and other insects feed on the flowers and the seeds provide food for mammals and birds such as greenfinches.

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   Why do sycamore trees grow in the UK?

   • The seed is extremely fertile, so sycamore has spread quickly across the UK and colonised many woodlands to the detriment of native species. Sycamore trees provide food for a variety of animals, including bees, pollinators, caterpillars, birds, and insects.

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   Where can I buy bareroot sycamore trees?

   • Buy bareroot Sycamore trees, Acer pseudoplatanus, as standards online at Ashridge. Guaranteed. Best advice & support. Fast-growing, good for exposed, polluted or coastal sites.

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   How long does a sycamore tree take to grow?

   • Brilliantissimum also displays greenish yellow flowers in spring and winged red fruit in the autumn. The tree itself has a lolly-pop, spreading form and will grow to just 4 x 4 metres in 20 years. The perfect tree for small gardens, this award-winning small Sycamore boasts a colourful display and will brighten up any garden.

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10. treesdirect.co.uk › product › sycamore-treesSycamore Trees - Trees Direct

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    The Sycamore, with its rounded dense dome-shaped crown is helpful to wildlife, providing, food and shelter to bees, various birds and small mammals. They are often planted in urban areas because of their ability to tolerate pollution and provide shade!