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DIPTERONIA sinensis
Tiny flowers and pinnate leaves. It is however the clusters of pale green becoming red winged seeds in autumn which make this plant stand out
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
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Deciduousleaves to 30cm (12in) long with 7-11 oval or lance-shaped toothed leaflets.
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White
Greenish-white. -
PaniclesErect, pyramidal panicles, 15-30cm (6-12in) long
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Fully hardy
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Pinnate
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Lanceolate
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Ovate
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Height
10m (33ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft) -
Tall ShrubSpreading shrub or small tree. Small flowers are followed by attractive fruit to 2.5cm (1in) across.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Mature Size10m (33ft)
10m (33ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Dipteronia - Growing Guide