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    Maclura pomifera 'Beta'

    Also Known As

    • Beta Osage Orange

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 30'-40'
    • W: 30'-40'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

    Maclura pomifera 'Beta' plant details

    Maclura pomifera 'Beta' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, pollution tolerant and wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Maclura pomifera 'Beta'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: moraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 30 FT - 40 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
    Flowers: green blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Maclura pomifera 'Beta'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity, pollution and wind
    Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This male selection of an extremely adaptable (pollution, soil, drought) 40' native tree will help to ensure fruit on its female partner. Selected by the folks at Starhill Forest in IL. S/M-D

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Maclura pomifera 'Beta' plant

    How to Grow Maclura pomifera 'Beta'

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • acidic
      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • pollution tolerant
      • wind tolerant

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    Features

    • Flower Color

      • green

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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