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Franklinia Franklin Tree

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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 10 - 15 Feet
  • Mature Spread 10 - 15 Feet
  • Growing Zones 6 - 8

The Franklinia, Franklin Tree, or Franklinia Alatamaha is a rare, but stylish deciduous tree that is prized for its flashy, brilliant-white, early fall flowers and vibrant autumn-flair foliage in the fall. It is a stunning, unique, partial-shade tree that grows to be 10 to 20 feet tall and 6 to 15 feet wide. The leaves of the Franklinia are glossy-green and oblong, and in autumn, they transform into a canopy of scarlet red, deep orange, and vivid yellow. The charming flowers of the Franklinia bloom from mid-summer to late-fall and are fragrant, five-petaled and creamy white, accented with fuzzy, bright-yellow stamens. 

The Franklinia Tree was once native to the banks of the Altamaha River, in Georgia, but no longer grows in the wild. These rare and unusually beautiful trees have historical significance because they were saved from extinction by early colonial settlers, and named after founding father, Benjamin Franklin. Once established, Franklinia trees are low-maintenance and pest resistant. They are also deer and critter resistant. They are ornamental trees typically grown for their fragrant flowers and colorful foliage. Franklin Trees are versatile and loved by birds for nesting and cover.

Franklinia Franklin Tree Care

Franklinia Trees like moist, well-drained, rich and acidic soils. They have average, moderate water needs. You should plant your Franklinia in an area with full or partial sun to maximize flower production. It can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings taken in late summer or fall. After planting, maintain a constant moist soil until the tree is established. Apply 2 to 3 inches of mulch to protect and shelter your newly planted Franklinia until it reaches maturity. Fertilize your Franklinia Trees annually with a light rate of compost or balanced fertilizer.

Franklinia Trees require very little pruning. Only the wayward crossing shoots need to be removed. This should be done in the winter when the tree is dormant, or in the early spring before new growth begins.

Franklinia Franklin Tree Spacing

Franklin trees are small and upright so they can be planted in many places. They are especially beautiful in woodsy, natural gardens, flower beds, borders, and even next to walls. They work well in small and compact landscapes of all types and should be spaced at least 15 feet apart.

Franklinia Franklin Tree Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 - 8
Plant Type: Trees
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 10 - 15 Feet
Mature Spread: 6 - 9 Feet
Spacing: 6 - 9 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): White
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: Late Summer
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Yellow To Orange To Red Fall Color
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Disease
Tolerates: Heat
Attracts: Birds
Container Role:
Uses: Wildlife Gardens
Features: Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Native to North America
Brand:
Common Name: Franklinia Franklin Tree
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: FRANKLINIA ALATAMAHA
SKU:
1004865-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

1 Review - Franklinia Franklin Tree Show Reviews

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    Franklinia tree &...

    Posted by Robert Williams on Sep 29, 2023

    The reason this tree was given a 3 star has nothing to do with the grower. Unfortunately fedex did not treat the tree well. The box was pretty much destroyed by the time it arrived and the top of this tree was broken on several limbs. The cardboard box had obviously been abused and it was clearly marked tree! The tree would have been a 5star had it not been so severely abused.