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Ptelea trifoliata 'Aurea'

Also Known As

  • Hoptree
  • Stinking Ash
  • Wafer Ash

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 12'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Ptelea trifoliata 'Aurea' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ptelea trifoliata 'Aurea'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, small tree, street tree, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ptelea trifoliata 'Aurea'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Leaves that emerge yellow, change to light green and back to yellow in fall, along with small but deliciously orange-blossom fragrant summer flowers make this small (to 15') rounded tree a treat. S-PSh/M/GDr

Gardening facts about Ptelea trifoliata 'Aurea' plant

How to Grow Ptelea trifoliata 'Aurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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