STAPHYLEA colchica 'Black Beauty'

Commonly known as Bladdernut, False Pistachio

Leaves emerging green, becoming deep purple, before turning orange in autumn. Scented, pink tinged white flowers
  • White
  • Height
    3m (10ft)
  • Spread
    3m (10ft)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

STAPHYLEA colchica 'Black Beauty'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Capsules
    Good to know
    Seeds have a flavour reminiscent of pistachio
  • Flower Shape
    Panicles
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Town garden
    Woodland garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Purple
    Emerging green, becoming deep purple, before turning orange in autumn
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Neutral to alkaline soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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