Franklin Tree (Alatamaha)

The Franklin Tree (Alatamaha) is generally described as a perennial tree or shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Franklin Tree (Alatamaha) has white-gray foliage and inconspicuous white flowers, with a smattering of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the late summer, with fruit and seed production starting in the fall and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Franklin Tree (Alatamaha) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Franklin Tree (Alatamaha) will reach up to 30 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 30 feet.

The Franklin Tree (Alatamaha) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, cuttings, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have low vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -3°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.