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Pterocarya fraxinifolia

Also Known As

  • Caucasian Wingnut

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-100'
  • W: 30'-60'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Pterocarya fraxinifolia plant details

Pterocarya fraxinifolia is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse and green flowers emerge followed by brown and green fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pterocarya fraxinifolia

Plant type: tree
Plant family: juglandaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 60 FT - wide, 30 FT - 100 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and green blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pterocarya fraxinifolia

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A tall, up to 100', wide-spreading tree with wonderfully large dark-green compound leaves which can be up to two feet! Interesting drooping clusters of light-green winged fruits make their appearance in summer. Native to the shallow slopes and riparian areas of Turkey, Georgia and Iran to Russia and the Ukraine, this is an excellent shade tree; may sucker. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Pterocarya fraxinifolia plant

How to Grow Pterocarya fraxinifolia

  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • green
    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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