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| Franklinia alatamaha - Franklin Tree |
| Family |
Theaceae |
| Botanical Name |
Franklinia alatamaha |
| Common Name |
Franklin Tree |
| Size |
10 - 20'(30') tall by 6 - 15' spread. |
| Hardiness |
Zone 5 - 8(9) |
| Culture |
Transplant as a small specimen into moist, well-drained, acidic, organic soil; Full sun to light shade. |
| Ornamental Value |
White, 5-petaled flowers; orange-red fall color. |
| Landscape Use |
As a small specimen or patio tree. |
| Key Identifying Characteristics |
Leaves are alternate, simple, 5-6" long, obovate, serrate; woody 5-valved fruit on stems. |
| Notable Cultivars |
none
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| Campus Location |
none |
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