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  • PTEROCARYA stenoptera 'Fern Leaf'
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    PTEROCARYA stenoptera 'Fern Leaf'

    Commonly known as Caucasian Wingnut, Chinese wing nut

     AWARD
    Pinnate, compound leaves, with each segment deeply dissected. Fern-like appearance
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    2 Litre
    Delivery Information
    Available again from APRIL 2025
    £35.00 each 
    Available again from APRIL 2025 - When fresh stock arrives
     
    Plant Details
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    • Architectural interest
    • Pests & Diseases
      Generally pest free
    • Place of origin
      China
    • Deciduous
    • Green
      Greenish catkins
    • Bipinnate
    • Height
      20 m (65 ft)
    • Spread
      15 m (50 ft)
    • Tree
    • 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
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Town garden
      Woodland garden
    • 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.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile well drained soil
      Neutral to acid soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun

    Useful extras...

    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden. 200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
    3m²- inc c&p
    £7.00
    10m² - inc c&p
    £15.00
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g - Free c&p
    £6.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
    1ltr
    £8.00
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