PHELLODENDRON amurense

Commonly known as Amur cork tree

Attractive aromatic leaves and silvery hairy winter buds
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Leaves composed of 9-13 broad leaflets, dark, glossy green above, blue-green below. Leaves turn yellow in autumn.
  • Green
  • Height
    15m (49ft)
  • Spread
    12m (39ft)
  • Tree
    Dioecious tree with corky, pale grey bark and spreading habit. Small cup-shaped green flowers in summer.
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun

PHELLODENDRON amurense

 
  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    Northern China
  • Flower Shape
    Cup-shaped
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf form
    Pinnate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Lanceolate
    		(see photos above)
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • 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.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented foliage
    Aromatic foliage
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Shelter from strong winds.
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
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Phellodendron - Growing Guide
Trees - Care Guide
15m (49ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  12m (39ft)
  

Useful extras...

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