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Franklin Tree

Scientific Name: Franklinia alatamaha Marshall
Synonym: Gordonia alatamaha, Gordonia pubescens
Family: Theaceae

Franklin Tree (Franklinia alatamaha), U.S.D.A. Forest Service Collection, Courtesy of the Hunt Institute

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 3-6,14-17,31-35
USDA: 5-8

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: USA (Georgia)

Growth Habits: Deciduous tree, 10 to 20 feet tall (3 to 6 m.), 6 to 15 feet in spread (1.8 to 4.5 m.), dark green leaves, 4 to 6 inches long (10 to 15 cm.)

Flowers: White flowers, up to 3 inches wide (7.5 cm.), in late summer

Fruit: Capsule

Watering Needs: Regular water, needs good drainage

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