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Ptelea trifoliata

Also Known As

Hop Tree
Hoptree

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Ptelea trifoliata plant details

Ptelea trifoliata is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ptelea trifoliata

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, small tree, street tree, unique, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ptelea trifoliata

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small yet powerfully-scented flowers are unpleasant smelling to some and delightfully similiar to honeysuckle to others, "hop" scented leaves and interesting wafer-like seed pods make this shrub/tree a joy! S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Hoptree is a cool rutaceous tree great for rearing giant swallowtails. It also seems favored by a small species of cicada which I have never seen elsewhere