Franklinia alatamaha

Pyramidal habit when young, eventually rounding
Fragrant white buttercup-like flowers grace the plant
Each flower sports a boss of egg-yolk yellow centre stamens
Glossy, pointed, oval leaves hang as if the plant is wilting
Fall colour is orange-red, often contrasting with late flowers
Gray bark is striated with white
Bloom Time: Late summer into fall
Flower Size: 6 cm

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
White

HEIGHT:
4-5 m

SPREAD:
4-5 m

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

The Franklin tree can be difficult to cultivate, especially in urban environments. It grows best in a sandy, acidic soil, and does not tolerate drought, compacted soil, excessive moisture, or any root disturbance. Usually grown as a multi-stemmed plant, it can be trained as a tree form.

Additional Notes about Franklin Tree:

Franklinia, named after Ben Franklin, was once a native plant in a particular Georgia forest but is now extinct except for cultivated specimens. It is known to perform better in cooler climates than its native habitat.