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Good to know
'acuminata' is more tolerant of alkaline soils. -
Pests & Diseases
Scale insects, honey fungus, coral spot. -
Place of origin
Eastern North America. Introduced into Britain in 1736 by John Bartram. -
DeciduousOval to elliptic leaves, dark-green above, lighter and softly hairy beneath to 25cm (10in) long.
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Yellow
Green-blue to yellow. -
Cup-shapedTo 9cm (3½in) across
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Fully hardy
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Height
20m (66ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft)
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TreeFlowers are produced amongst the leaves and are followed by red or brown fruit.
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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) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
shelter from strong winds -
Partial shade
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Broadly conical
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Mature Size20m (66ft)
10m (33ft)