Sycamore trees are majestic in nature, averaging 40-100 feet in height and spreading 40-70 feet in width. They are fast growing, growing more than two feet a year.

Why are sycamore trees bad?

Actually, sycamores, Platanus occidentalis (PLAT-uh-nus ock-sih-den-TAY-liss) get a bad rap. Though they grow big and showy, landscapers don’t use them because they can have a lot of tree diseases. Homeowners don’t like them because they shed piles of maple-like leaves and disrupt underground lines.

How far should a sycamore tree be from a house?

SpeciesNormal Mature Height (M)Safe Distance (M)Poplar2835Sycamore2417Spruce187Walnut1814