 | Franklin Tree (Franklinia alatamaha). Small, hardy, deciduous North American tree Description: Pure white flowers with prominent yellow stamens bloom in late summer; leaves turn deep red in the fall Habit: Reaches 10 to 20 feet high and 8 to 15 feet wide Culture: Prefers full sun to part shade and lots of moisture Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 5 Origin: North America Attributes: Fall color This is the famous tree that was discovered along the banks of the Altamaha River by John Bartram in 1760, collected... - Franklin Tree (Franklinia alatamaha). |
