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PHELLODENDRON amurense
Commonly known as Amur cork tree
Attractive aromatic leaves and silvery hairy winter buds
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
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Place of origin
Northern China -
DeciduousLeaves composed of 9-13 broad leaflets, dark, glossy green above, blue-green below. Leaves turn yellow in autumn.
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Green
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Cup-shaped
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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
15m (49ft) -
Spread
12m (39ft) -
TreeDioecious tree with corky, pale grey bark and spreading habit. Small cup-shaped green flowers in summer.
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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) -
Scented foliageAromatic foliage
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Mature Size15m (49ft)
12m (39ft)
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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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilShelter from strong winds.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Phellodendron - Growing Guide
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- Removing shoots below graft - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Removing peeling bark - Video Tip ondemand_video
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