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Pterocarya rhoifolia

Also Known As

  • Japanese Wingnut

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 50'-100'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 6a-8b

Pterocarya rhoifolia plant details

Pterocarya rhoifolia is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pterocarya rhoifolia

Plant type: tree
Plant family: juglandaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 50 FT - 100 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pterocarya rhoifolia

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large in all aspects!: this 50-100' tree has pinnate (many leaflets) leaves of up to a foot long! and female flower catkins of 8-10". S/M

Gardening facts about Pterocarya rhoifolia plant

How to Grow Pterocarya rhoifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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