PTELEA trifoliata

Fragrant small yellowish flowers in summer followed by persistent hop-like fruits

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Available again from SEPTEMBER 2020 - This plant will be delivered when new stock arrives in early autumn

Whip £15.00 each

Available again from SEPTEMBER 2020

Deciduous - 3-palmate, dark-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long with ovate to elliptic leaflets.
Yellow - yellowish
Height - 8m (26ft)
Spread - 4m (13ft)
Tall Shrub - upright shrub with aromatic bark. Produces winged, pale-green fruit to 2.5cm (1in) across.
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)
Full sun
Partial shade - dappled shade.
Additional Features - Good to know - - ultimate size in 20-50 years. Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects.
Medicinal properties
Pests & Diseases - none
Place of origin - North America - Ontario to Connecticut, Michigan, Iowa, Florida, Texas and northern Mexico.
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Garden Location/Conditions - Suitable for small gardens - Suitable for small gardens
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
Scented foliage
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil -
Wildlife - Bee friendly -
Butterfly friendly