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Euptelea polyandra [DJH 422]

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-30'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

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Euptelea polyandra [DJH 422] plant details

Euptelea polyandra [DJH 422] is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euptelea polyandra [DJH 422]

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: eupteleaceae
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euptelea polyandra [DJH 422]

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A small genus of only three species and belonging to a monotypic family (Eupteleacae), it's not surprising that Dan went to the trouble to bring it back from Japan. Curious rounded strongly toothed leaves turn red and yellow in autumn, purplish Witch Hazel-like flowers (lacking petals and sepals) along the stems in early spring. This is an ancient plant regarded as transitional between the gymnosperms and angiosperms.

Gardening facts about Euptelea polyandra [DJH 422] plant

How to Grow Euptelea polyandra [DJH 422]

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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