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PTELEA trifoliata
Commonly known as Hop tree, Swamp dogwood, Wingseed
Fragrant small yellowish flowers in summer followed by persistent hop-like fruits
£17.00 each
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Good to know
Ultimate size in 20-50 years. Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. -
Medicinal properties
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
North America - Ontario to Connecticut, Michigan, Iowa, Florida, Texas and northern Mexico. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Deciduous3-palmate, dark-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long with ovate to elliptic leaflets.
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Yellow
Yellowish -
Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Palmate
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height
8m (26ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubUpright shrub with aromatic bark. Produces winged, pale-green fruit to 2.5cm (1in) across.
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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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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowers
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Scented foliage
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Dappled shade. -
Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size8m (26ft)
4m (13ft)
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