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STAPHYLEA trifolia var pauciflora
Commonly known as American bladdernut
Plant Details
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Pests & Diseases
Trouble-free -
Place of origin
Eastern USA -
DeciduousLeaves in threes, finely pointed and sharply serrated, each leaf 10cm (4in) long and 5cm (2in) wide
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Cream
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped 1cm (½in) long
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PaniclesPendent panicles 5cm (2in) long
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Fully hardy
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Trifoliate
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Serrulate
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Ovate
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Height
4.5m (15ft) -
Spread
4.5m (15ft) -
Tall ShrubUpright, heavily branched shrub or small tree. Bladder-like fruit, to 6cm (2½in) long, which ripen from green to reddish brown follow flowers
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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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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size4.5m (15ft)
4.5m (15ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large shrub borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenWoodland garden
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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.
Pruning group 2
Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Staphylea - Growing Guide